Wednesday, February 5, 2025 - The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Kano State Command has successfully apprehended a 75-year-old man, Nuhu Baba, in a major operation in Tumbau Village, Gezawa Local Government Area of the state.
Spokesperson of the command, Sadiq Muhammad Maigatari, who disclosed
this in a statement on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, said the operation resulted
in the recovery of a variety of illicit substances, including Tramadol,
Cannabis Sativa, Diazepam, Exol-5, and Rubber Solution.
“Upon investigation, Nuhu Baba confessed to the authorities that he had
been engaged in this illicit trade for the past two years as a means of
sustaining his livelihood,” the statement read.
"His case underscores the alarming reality of drug trafficking and
abuse, which affects individuals across all demographics, including the
elderly. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the pervasive nature of
substance abuse within communities.
"The State Commander, CN AI Ahmad, reaffirmed the agency’s
commitment to combating these challenges and emphasized the importance of
community involvement in the fight against drug trafficking.
“The NDLEA Kano Command continues to urge the public to remain vigilant
and report any suspicious activities related to drug trafficking.”
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