NDLEA seizes 478kg of illicit substances, arrests 90 in Kaduna

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Kaduna State reported the arrest of 90 suspects and the dismantling of 13 illicit drug joints in Kaduna.

Mr. Samaila Danmallam, the NDLEA’s state Commander, revealed that a total of 478.038 kilograms of various illicit substances were seized during these operations In the month of November.

Danmallam also disclosed that within the month, 478.038 kilogrammes of various illicit substances were seized.

According to him, among the 90 suspects arrested, 85 are males while five are females.

He said the command’s drug demand reduction efforts had continued with various advocacy and sensitisation programmes across the state.

Danmallam said this was to enlighten the citizenry on the ills of drug abuse and illicit trafficking.

The commander urged parents to always be watchful of their wards at all times.

Danmallam also appealed for useful and timely information for proactive measures, urging that the fight against illicit drug trafficking and consumption should be a collective responsibility.