Wednesday, November 13, 2024 -The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, seized 709.979kg of illicit substances in October in Kano state.
This was disclosed 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 709.979kg, which is made up of 309.991kg of cannabis
sativa.
”Others are 394.835kg of various
psychotropic substances,comprising 741,600 tablets of Tramadol, 2.789kg of
pregabalin and 0.027kg 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 underscores 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.
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