NDLEA Dismantles Drug Joints in Kano Ramadan Raid
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested 19 suspects during a sweep of the Gezawa community in Kano State. Operatives targeted several notorious drug joints as part of a tactical effort titled “Operation Ramadan Mubarak.” The timing is intentional. Authorities want to ensure that the holy month remains a period of peaceful reflection rather than one marred by the social fallout of narcotics. This raid signals a refusal to tolerate criminal disruption during a significant religious season.
A tip-off from a resident provided the intelligence needed for the morning operation. NDLEA agents recovered a staggering variety of controlled substances, ranging from common cannabis to potent prescription pills. Among the haul were diazepam, Exol-5, and pregabalin tablets. Most concerning was the discovery of “Suck and Die” and the rubber solution. These cheap, volatile inhalants are popular among the youth but carry a high risk of permanent neurological damage.
The Kano Strategic Command, led by CN DY Lawal, made it clear that public health is their primary metric for success. Lawal noted that some individuals seem unmindful of their faith and the safety of their neighbours. By dismantling these supply points, the agency hopes to lower the local crime rate throughout the fasting period. The arrested suspects are currently in custody while investigations into their distribution networks continue. This follows a broader mandate from the national chairman, Buba Marwa, to suffocate the drug trade across Nigeria.
The success in Gezawa highlights the vital role of community partnership in modern policing. Without the “credible intelligence” from a concerned citizen, such precise strikes would be nearly impossible. The agency continues to urge residents to report suspicious activities in their own backyards. Protecting a family from the menace of addiction is as much a civic duty as a legal one. Lawal promised that such raids would be non-stop and sustained.
Kano has long struggled with a high prevalence of substance abuse, often fueled by its position as a major commercial hub. The NDLEA’s proactive stance aims to disrupt the logistics of the trade before the drugs hit the street. Every seized tablet represents a potential tragedy averted in a local household. As the command processes the exhibits, the focus remains on holding the perpetrators accountable under the law. The message to traffickers is blunt: the state is watching.
Ramadan in Kano should be defined by its spiritual depth and communal harmony. The presence of open-air drug markets is an affront to that ideal. By clearing the Gezawa joints, the NDLEA has restored a measure of dignity to the local streets. This is more than a legal victory; it is a vital intervention for the health of the community. Future operations will likely follow as the agency seeks to maintain this newfound calm.