Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency in Kano State have intercepted a large consignment of illicit drugs, including 75,000 capsules of pregabalin, 556 bottles of codeine, and quantities of cannabis sativa.
The seizure was carried out by the NDLEA Kano Strategic Command in the Badawa area following credible intelligence about plans to distribute the drugs ahead of the Eid al-Adha celebrations.
Spokesperson of the command, Sadiq Maigatari, said the operation disrupted what would have been a major supply of illegal drugs into markets across the state.
He disclosed that the prime suspect linked to the consignment is currently at large but is under surveillance, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend him.
“Although the prime suspect remains at large, he is currently under careful surveillance and every effort is being made to effect his arrest and bring him to justice,” Maigatari said.
The agency described the seizure as a significant blow to drug trafficking networks operating in the state.
“This seizure is a serious blow to the cartel’s network and protects the good people of Kano from the harms of these illicit substances,” the statement added.
The command reaffirmed its commitment to tackling drug abuse and trafficking in line with directives from the NDLEA Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Mohamed Buba Marwa.
It also appreciated members of the public for their cooperation and urged residents to continue providing useful information to assist ongoing operations.
“The NDLEA Kano Strategic Command thanks members of the public for the ongoing cooperation that makes such operations possible and urges residents to continue to provide actionable intelligence,” the statement said.
