From Mika’il Tsoho, Dutse
In a major breakthrough in the ongoing fight against drug trafficking and abuse, operatives from Garki, Fagam, and Maigatari Divisional Police Headquarters have successfully apprehended three (3) notorious drug dealers during coordinated intelligence-led raids across the state.
This was contained in a statement signed by the Police Public relations officer of the command, SP Shiisu Lawan Adam, and made it available to news men.
The operations, which were conducted on 18th October 2025, led to the arrest of the suspects who have long been on the police radar for their involvement in the distribution of illicit substances within Jigawa State and beyond.
During the raids, law enforcement officers recovered a staggering twenty-three thousand, nine hundred and forty-four (23,944) assorted illicit drugs. The substances found in their possession include:
“Exol= 13,505, D5= 1,583, Tramadol= 3,572, Diazepam= 565, Rubber Solution= 2,469, Cannabis (Indian Hemp) block & 886 wraps, Sock and Die, Akurkura, Farin Malam= 340 and Other assorted hard drugs and intoxicating substances= 1,042”.
This significant seizure marks one of the largest anti-drug operations in recent times in the state and underscores the commitment of the Police Command to rid communities of dangerous drugs that continue to destroy lives, especially among the youth.
The suspects are currently in custody and undergoing thorough investigation. They will be charged to court upon the conclusion of preliminary inquiries.
The Commissioner of Police commended the gallant efforts of the officers involved and reiterated the Command’s zero-tolerance stance against drug-related crimes. He also urged members of the public to continue supporting law enforcement by providing timely and credible information that will aid in the identification and apprehension of criminal elements.
The Jigawa State Police Command remains resolute in its mission to safeguard the lives and well-being of all citizens through proactive and intelligence-driven operations.
