By Salisu Kabuga

The Jigawa State Police Command said it has arrested three notorious drug dealers and confiscated more than 23,000 illicit drugs across parts of the state.

Confirming the development in Dutse, the Jigawa state capital, on Tuesday, the command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Shi’isu Adam, said the arrests were made during joint intelligence-led raids conducted by police units from Garki, Fagam, and Maigatari divisions on October 18, 2025.

The suspects, identified as Muhammad Garba, 60, from Mekiya village, Kano State, Musa Garba, 55, and Hudu Ma’ilu from Guneri village, Niger Republic, have been under police surveillance for their involvement in drug trafficking within Jigawa and neighboring states.

During the operations, officers recovered a staggering total of 23,944 assorted illicit drugs from the suspects.

According to the Jigawa police spokesperson, the seized substances included 13,505 units of Exol, 1,583 units of D5, 3,572 Tramadol tablets, 565 Diazepam capsules, and 2,469 bottles of Rubber Solution.

In addition, cannabis was confiscated both in block form and 886 wraps, alongside other hard drugs such as Sock and Die, Akurkura, and 340 units of Farin Malam.

Adam highlighted that this large quantity of drugs poses a significant threat to the youth and communities in the state.

“The suspects are currently in police custody, undergoing thorough investigations, and will be charged in court after preliminary inquiries,” he stated.

The police command also expressed its unwavering determination to eradicate drug trafficking and abuse from Jigawa State.

The PPRO appealed to the public to continue supporting law enforcement by providing credible information that aids in catching criminals.

However, he quoted the state Commissioner of Police, Dahiru Muhammed, as praising the officers involved for their courage and dedication during the operations.

He reiterated the police command’s zero-tolerance policy on drug-related crimes and urged citizens to promptly report any suspicious activities.(Punch)