The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has arrested 19 suspects and dismantled multiple drug hideouts in Gezawa, following a targeted operation aimed at curbing illicit drug activities during and after Ramadan.
The development was confirmed in a statement issued on Thursday by the NDLEA Kano Command’s Public Relations Officer, Sadiq Muhammad-Maigatari.
He quoted the State Commander, Dahiru Yahaya-Lawal, as saying that the raid was conducted under the agency’s ongoing “Operation Ramadan Mubarak,” an initiative designed to safeguard public health and uphold the sanctity of the holy month.
“This operation is part of our sustained effort to ensure that residents observe a peaceful and fulfilling Ramadan,”Yahaya-Lawal stated.
Muhammad-Maigatari explained that the raid was triggered by credibleintelligence from a concerned community member, leading operatives to several drug hubs where various banned substances were recovered.
Among the seized items were cannabis sativa, diazepam, Exol-5 (popularly known as “Suck and Die”), pregabalin tablets, and other controlled substances.
He confirmed that the exhibits were now in NDLEA custody as investigations continue.
“If some individuals choose to disregard their faith, their health and the safety of others, the agency will act decisively to protect the wider community,’ the spokesman added.
The Commander commended the public for providing actionable intelligence and urged residents to continue supporting the fight against drug abuse and trafficking.
He noted that the operation aligns with the directives of the NDLEA Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Mohamed Buba Marwa, to sustain aggressive nationwide enforcement.
“We remain committed to proactive enforcement and community partnership to dismantle drug networks and hold offenders accountable,” Yahaya-Lawal said.
He encouraged the public to report suspicious activities and illegal drug dealings, stressing that timely information is essential in protecting communities and promoting public health.
