Kano NDLEA Confiscates 709.9kg Of Illicit Drugs

In the month of October, the Kano National Drug Law Enforcement Agency confiscated 709.979 kg of illegal substances.

This is contained in a statement signed and released by the spokesman for the agency’s Kano Command, ASN Sadiq Muhammad-Maigatari, on Wednesday.

The State Commander of the agency, Mr. Abubakar Idris-Ahmad, said in the statement that the command also arrested 129 suspects.

“All the 129 suspects are males.

“The total illicit substances recovered under the period is 709.979 kg, which is made up of  309.991kg of cannabis sativa.

”Others are 394.835 kg of various psychotropic substances, comprising 741,600 tablets of Tramadol, 2.789 kg of pregabalin and 0.027 kg of methamphetamine, among others,” he said.

According to him, under the period, the command secured 22 convictions.

“These convictions serve as a deterrent to those involved in drug-related activities and underscore the agency’s dedication to enforcing the law.

“The suspects arrested have been profiled, and those who deserve prosecution have been charged to court, while others have been referred to the counseling unit for support and rehabilitation,” Idris-Ahmad said.

He commended the Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the NDLEA, Brig.-Gen, Mohammed Marwa (Rtd), for his unwavering support and encouragement, which have significantly contributed to these achievements.

The commander also commended the Kano State Government and all other stakeholders for their collaboration and assistance in the ongoing fight against drug abuse.

“The command will continue to work tirelessly in collaboration with all other stakeholders to combat drug trade and promote awareness of the dangers associated with drug abuse,” he said

Idris-Ahmad called on the general public to join the fight against drug abuse and trafficking by reporting any information to the agency through its dedicated hotlines, “0800 1020 3040.”

“Together, we can build a healthier and safer society,” he said.