The Kano State Multi-Agency Task Force on Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking has seized approximately 3.18 million capsules suspected to be Pregabalin in Sabon Gari, Kano, less than 24 hours after the commissioning of its Rapid Response Squad.
The operation followed credible intelligence received through one of the Task Force’s reporting platforms linked to its Command and Call Centre.
Read also: €110m Kaduna BRT Project Targets Four LGAs, 120 Buses
Acting on the information, operatives of the Rapid Response Squad searched a residential apartment at No. 13 Apple Avenue, Normansland, Sabon Gari, in Fagge Local Government Area, where the suspected drugs were recovered.
A 34-year-old man, identified as Gregory Ogbuji, was arrested in connection with the seizure, while another suspect allegedly linked to the operation is currently at large.
The Task Force said the arrested suspect was suspected to be associated with SEEMARK PHARMA LTD, registered under number 2012546, and had been charged under Section 249 of the Penal Code.
Read also: Kano Govt Moves to Distribute Uncollected PVCs Ahead of 2027 Elections
The Chairman of the Task Force, Muhuyi Magaji Rimin Gado, described the operation as a significant early achievement of the Rapid Response Squad, highlighting the importance of intelligence-led enforcement and public cooperation.
He disclosed that Pregabalin had become one of the most widely abused drugs in Kano State, noting that operational experience showed that about eight out of every 10 drug-related operations involved suspects dependent on or abusing the substance.
Muhuyi Magaji described the trend as a serious public health and security concern, emphasising the need for sustained enforcement and community participation to tackle drug abuse and illicit trafficking.
He urged residents to continue providing credible information through the Task Force’s reporting platforms and Command and Call Centre to support efforts against drug trafficking, substance abuse, thuggery and other criminal activities.
Read also: Inside Kano’s Emerging Gas Economy: New LCNG Facilities Target Businesses, Transport
The Chairman assured residents that the Task Force would sustain its operations against individuals involved in the illicit drug trade.
He said public cooperation remained essential to strengthening security and advancing the Kano State Government’s Kano First agenda.