Drug abuse: Kano Govt to prevent traffickers from accessing seized items

KANO state governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has said that the state government is exploring avenues at preventing drug traffickers from exploring legal means in securing back seized items under custody of some state agencies.

He made this assertion on Monday
while responding to some troubling developments where some drug dealers secure court orders for the release of seized drugs by government agencies.

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He then reiterated his administration’s commitment to combating drug smuggling and abuse, affirming government readiness in assisting agencies dedicated fighting drug menace.

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He disclosed that he has instructed the state Attorney General to formulate a comprehensive strategy to prevent drug traffickers from exploiting legal loopholes in the future.

Gov.Yusuf however stressed the need for collaboration between the judiciary and the government to save the state from the dangers posed by drug traffickers.

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However, during his visit to the Kano Road Traffic Agency (KAROTA), the governor was briefed on the situation and was taken aback by the actions of the drug traffickers.

He commended KAROTA for their diligence in apprehending illicit drugs and urged the agency to take necessary actions to eliminate the confiscated substances.