The Kano state command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says it seized 3.6 tonnes of illicit drugs in three months
Abubakar Idris-Ahmad, the Kano commander of the agency, said 241 suspects were also arrested during the period between July and September.
He said the illicit drugs seized were 3.4 tonnes of Indian hemp, 274.1kg of codeine and tramadol, 0.4kg of cocaine, 0.013kg of heroin and 0.0334kg of methamphetamine.
Idris-Ahmad said the NDLEA secured 18 convictions of drug traffickers and users out of the 29 cases filed in the last three months.
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He added that 132 other cases are still pending.
“The NDLEA sensitised more than 4,000 individuals, students, traditional rulers and security personnel on drug abuse prevention, and successfully rehabilitated 22 users struggling with drug dependence,” he said.
“The agency plays a pivotal role in safeguarding public health, ensuring economic stability, and enhancing the nation’s international reputation.”
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He appealed to members of the public to provide useful and timely information on drug abuse and trafficking to the agency for immediate action.
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