
Friday, January 24, 2025 - Operatives of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command have arrested eight suspects during coordinated raids on illegal drug spots across the nation's capital.
Spokesperson
of the command, SP Josephine Adeh, who disclosed this in a statement on
Thursday, January 23, 2025, said 100 rounds of live 7.62 x 39mm ammunition and
a large quantity of illicit drugs were recovered during the raids.
According to the PPRO, the operations are part of the command’s efforts to ensure the safety and well-being of all residents.
“On 23rd
January 2025, operatives of the FCT Police Command, under the Anti-Narcotics
Unit, successfully executed a series of coordinated raids targeting identified
hotspots across the FCT,” the statement read.
"These
locations were known to be used by criminal elements for the sale and
consumption of illicit drugs and substances. The areas covered during the raids
include: 1. SDP Junction, Gwagwalada. 2. Lugbe Federal Housing, by Tipper
Garage. 3. Wuse Zone 5, by Access Bank. 4. AYA Roundabout.
"During the operation, suspects at the respective locations attempted to flee on sighting the Police operatives but were swiftly pursued.
"This
led to the arrest of eight (8) suspects and the recovery of the following
exhibits: •One hundred (100) rounds of live 7.62 x 39mm ammunition. •A large
quantity of dried leaves suspected to be cannabis. •A substantial amount of
encapsulated illicit drugs.
"These operations highlight the Command’s dedication to ensuring the safety and well-being of all residents. The FCT Police Command remains resolute in its fight against the menace of illicit drug activities within the Federal Capital Territory.
"The
Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, urges members of the public to continue
supporting the police by reporting suspicious activities promptly.
“Reports
can be made at the nearest Police station or through the Command’s emergency
lines: 08032003913, 08028940883, CRU: 08107314192, PCB: 09022222352.”
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