The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested three suspected drug peddlers during coordinated operations in different parts of the state.
The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Shiisu Lawan, said in a statement on Tuesday that the suspects were caught on October 18 during raids in Garki, Fagam, and Maigatari.
He explained that the operation was based on intelligence reports and that the suspects had long been on the police wanted list for their roles in distributing illicit drugs across the state.
Lawan said a total of 23,944 illegal drugs were seized during the raids. He added that two of the suspects came from Kano State and Niger Republic.
“This significant seizure is one of the biggest anti-drug operations we have recorded recently. It shows our firm commitment to rid Jigawa communities of harmful substances that continue to destroy lives, especially among young people,” he said.
He also confirmed that the suspects would be charged to court once investigations are completed.
“The Jigawa State Police Command remains firm in its mission to protect lives and ensure a drug-free society through proactive and intelligence-driven operations,” Lawan added.
Earlier this month, the command had announced the arrest of over 100 suspects in similar raids aimed at tackling drug-related crimes across the state.
