{"id":198899,"date":"2026-04-12T20:31:10","date_gmt":"2026-04-12T19:31:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/ndlea-arrests-21-suspects-in-kano-drug-crackdown"},"modified":"2026-04-12T21:35:20","modified_gmt":"2026-04-12T20:35:20","slug":"ndlea-arrests-21-suspects-in-kano-drug-crackdown","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/all-news\/ndlea-arrests-21-suspects-in-kano-drug-crackdown","title":{"rendered":"NDLEA arrests 21 suspects in Kano drug crackdown"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Kano has arrested 21 suspects and seized various illicit drugs during a major operation carried out across the state.<\/p>\n<p>A statement signed by Sadiq Muhammad Maigatari, the agency\u2019s Public Relations Officer, said the raids were conducted on April 11, 2026 under the leadership of Commander D. Y. Lawal.<\/p>\n<p>Officers targeted several drug hotspots, including Filin Idi, Hotoro, Mariri, Fagge, and Farm Center along Zaria Road.<\/p>\n<p>During the operation, officials recovered different types of illicit substances, including cannabis, pregabalin, codeine-based cough syrup, and rubber solution used as an inhalant. Locally made weapons were also seized.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cSuspects who attempted to attack officers with locally-made weapons were tactically disarmed and taken into custody. Investigations are ongoing to identify principal drug dealers and to build cases for prosecution,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking on the development, Commander D. Y. Lawal said the support from the Kano State government has strengthened the agency\u2019s operations.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe timely donation of vehicles by the Kano State Government has enabled our command to extend coverage and respond swiftly to intelligence.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe will continue to use these assets for sustained, visible operations to rid our communities of illicit drugs. Those still engaged in this illicit business should repent now before it is too late,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>The NDLEA assured residents that it remains committed to combating drug-related crimes and protecting young people in the state.<\/p>\n<p>It also urged the public to support its efforts by sharing useful information and cooperating with law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Nigeria<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Kano has arrested 21 suspects and seized various illicit drugs during a major operation carried out across the state. 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