By Omodele Adigun
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), working with the Nigeria Police, has arrested 57 people for drug-related offences in Kano after a series of raids across the state.
The three-day operation, carried out on September 24, 25 and 27, 2025, was part of efforts by the Kano State Joint Taskforce for Peace Restoration and Youth Rehabilitation, led by Dr. Yusuf Ibrahim Kofar Mata.
The raids took place in several areas, including Kofar Ruwa, Tashar Rami, Rijiyar Lemo, Kurna, Mil Tara, Zage, Dorayi Karshen Waya, Dawanau and Filin Idi.
During the operation, officers seized different types of illegal drugs and locally made weapons. Investigations are still ongoing.
