NDLEA arrests 84 suspects in Kaduna, seizes over 400kg of illicit drugs

The Kaduna state command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency , says its operatives have arrested 84 suspects and seized 451.976kg of illicit drugs in the state.Braji said so far, six of the suspects have been convicted.

The commander said the various drugs seized include Indian hemp, cocaine, methamphetamine, tramadol, and other psychotropic substances.“Grand total weight of drug seized within the period under review is 451.976kg,” he said. The commander said the NDLEA operatives also recovered 90 rounds of live ammunition and a new Jojef pump action gun with registration number 23-0174.

“Within the month under review, 18 illicit drug joints have been dismantled across the state which included Kantin Agah, Hayin Dan-mani, Mando, Anguwan Dosa, Mararabar Rido, Tukur-Tukur and Sabon Gari,” he said.“Others are Palladan, Unguwar Doki, Mekera, Rigasa, Dan Daura, Karji, Ghana road, Television, Unguwar Ma’azu, Kudenden and Jushi.”

Braji warned illegal drug dealers to look for better livelihood, adding that if they refused, the agency would go after them and ensure they faced the full wrath of the law.

Source: Law Daily Report (lawdailyreport.net)

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