The Jigawa State Police Command, in a major crackdown on drug trafficking, arrested no fewer than 105 suspects during simultaneous raids across the state.
The arrests were confirmed on Tuesday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Shi’isu Adam, at the Command’s headquarters in Dutse, the state capital.
SP Adam revealed that in recent raids, officers of the Command searched every nook and cranny of Jigawa to root out illegal drug activities. “Our men left no stone unturned,” he said, emphasising the determination to rid the state of the drug menace.
According to him, the raids led to the recovery of over 5,000 illicit drugs and intoxicating substances, including cannabis and various hard drugs.
Moreso, SP Adam provided a detailed list of the substances seized, highlighting the scale of the operation.
Among the recovered items were 2,541 units of Exol and 1,146 units of D-5, both commonly abused drugs in the region.
Also confiscated were 270 packets of Tramadol and over a thousand wraps of cannabis, including one block.
Other seized substances included 269 units of Diaxer, 153 Pregabalin capsules, and 82 units of Farin Malam.
The police also nabbed various other illicit drugs such as Diazepam, Vegakris, and Calidon’s.
However, SP Adam disclosed that cash amounting to N92,460 was recovered from the suspects, alongside other substances like rubber solution, suck and die, and dry gin. “This bust sends a strong message to those involved in drug dealing,” he said.
The police spokesman urged the public to cooperate with law enforcement by reporting suspicious activities. “Our fight against narcotics is ongoing, and we need everyone on board,” SP Adam added.