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Kano joint task force arrests 78 in fresh crackdown on drugs, thuggery

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The Kano State Joint Task Force Committee for Peace Restoration and Youth Rehabilitation has arrested 78 suspects in a four-day operation aimed at tackling substance abuse and street thuggery across the state.

According to a statement issued by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kano State Strategic Command, on Wednesday, the coordinated exercise was carried out in partnership with the Nigeria Police Force and targeted several notorious flashpoints.

The areas covered include Mariri Yan’itace, Fagge, Badawa, Kasuwar Rimi, Masallacin Idi, Yankaba, Hotoro Flyover, Kofar Mata, Rijiyar Zaki and Jakara. Raids were also conducted at Rumfa College, Dan’agundi Graveyard and Kofar Wambai. Items recovered during the raids include cannabis sativa, Diazepam, Exol-5, Pregabalin, rubber solution, Suck and Die and other unconventional substances.

Chairman of the task force, Dr. Yusuf Ibrahim Kofar Mata, said the operation reflected the state’s renewed determination to restore peace and safeguard young people from drug abuse. “Our resolve to eradicate drug abuse and thuggery in Kano is unshakable. We will continue working to bring offenders to justice while protecting the safety and well-being of our citizens,” he stated.

The Commander of the NDLEA Kano State Strategic Command, ACGN A.I. Ahmad, commended the professionalism of NDLEA operatives, acknowledged the support of the Nigeria Police Force and expressed appreciation to the Kano State Government for backing the operation. He also urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity, stressing that community involvement is crucial in the fight against drugs and criminality.

The NDLEA said investigations into the arrested suspects are ongoing, with assurances that all those found culpable will be prosecuted, even as rehabilitation initiatives continue to address the root causes of drug abuse in the state.

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EID-EL-FITR: IGP DISU FELICITATES MUSLIM FAITHFUL, ORDERS NATIONWIDE DEPLOYMENT OF TACTICAL ASSETS

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​The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, has extended warm felicitations to the Muslim faithful across Nigeria on the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan and the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr.

​In furtherance of his commitment to ensuring a safe and secure environment during the festive period, the Inspector-General has directed Commissioners of Police and Tactical Commanders across all states of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory to implement robust security arrangements.
​Operational measures include:
​Strategic deployment of tactical teams and intelligence operatives.

​Deployment of the Special Intervention Squad and conventional police personnel to Eid prayer grounds and critical infrastructure.
​Increased presence at highways, motor parks, recreational centers, and other public spaces to ensure peaceful, hitch-free celebrations.

​The IGP has also ordered heightened visibility policing, coordinated patrols, enhanced surveillance operations, and intelligence-led stop-and-search duties. These actions are aimed at proactively deterring criminal activities and ensuring a swift response to any emerging threats.

​IGP Disu calls on members of the public to remain vigilant, cooperate with law enforcement agencies, and promptly report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station or through the following emergency lines:
​08057000001, 08057000002, 09133333785, and 09133333786.
​IGP Tunji Disu wishes all Muslim faithful a peaceful and joyous Eid-el-Fitr.

DCP ANTHONY OKON PLACID psc(+) mni
Force Public Relations Officer
Force Headquarters, Abuja
20th March, 2026

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Hon Success Opara celebrates Mothering Sunday with St. Peter women, hails them as the ‘neck that controls the household

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Hon Success Opara, former councilorship candidate for Ikenegbu Ward 2, celebrated Mothering Sunday with the women of St. Peter Anglican Church, Ikenegbu, extolling them as the backbone of their households.

He described them as the “neck that controls the household,” acknowledging their vital role in shaping families and communities.

Opara’s gesture is seen as a testament to his commitment to uplifting and empowering women.

The celebration, which coincided with the Christian observance of Mothering Sunday, featured fellowship and words of encouragement from Opara, who prayed for the women’s well-being.

This event highlights the importance of recognizing and appreciating mothers and mother figures in Nigerian society.

 

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“Early marriage is better than fornication” – Mixed reactions as young Nigerian couple trends after welcoming a child

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A young Nigerian couple are currently trending on Arewa social media circles after they welcomed their first child.

The pictures taken by a Kaduna-based photographer have sparked mixed reactions, with some people saying that the girl is underaged and not old enough to be a wife and mother.

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