The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says it has arrested 218 suspects with 5,610 kilograms of illicit drugs in Kaduna.
The NDLEA commander in Kaduna state, Ibrahim Braji, stated this in an exclusive interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Kaduna.
Braji said the suspects included 206 men and 12 women, adding that the number represents drug dealers and users.
The Commander said that the 5,610 kg of drugs seized included Cannabis Sativa, Heroin, Cocaine, Methamphetamine, Tramadol and other psychotropic substances.
He said the arrests and seizures made between January and March of this year were part of the command’s efforts to curb the scourge through drug demand reduction activities.
According to him, the command has processed and obtained the sentence of 25 delinquents.
“It is unfortunate that, despite our various sensitization and awareness programs to stop the trafficking and use of illicit drugs, the situation persists.
“We counseled some 96 drug users and rehabilitated several people during the reporting period.
“Notwithstanding the foregoing, the command will continue the fight against drug trafficking and the consumption of illegal drugs in the state until paralyzed to obtain positive results,” he said.
While advising parents to be vigilant and control their wards to protect them from being involved in drug abuse, Mr. Braji urged citizens to contribute to building a drug-free society for sustainable social and economic development. .
(YAYA)