Sobre
60 arrested in connection with drug abuse in Yobe – Official.
No fewer than 60 suspects have been arrested in a joint operation clampdown on drug dealers and abusers in Damaturu, Yobe.
The State Government Focal Person on Drug Abuse Control, Mr Saidu Jakusko, made this known on Thursday while briefing newsmen in Damaturu.
Jakusko said the joint operation, which involved members of the vigilance group and personnel of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), led to the arrest of 30 men and 30 women.
He explained that the clampdown became necessary following the alarming rate of drug abuse, especially among the youth population in the state.
“The first phase of the operation targeted some flashpoints within the state capital and will continue until the menace is brought under control,” he said.
Jakusko noted that most of the suspects were under the influence of hard substances at the point of arrest, and among them were three notorious drug dealers who had been on the watchlist of security operatives.
He said the arrested individuals were being screened, and those identified as non-indigenes would be returned to their respective states.
“For those who are indigenes, some will be rehabilitated, counselled, empowered, and arraigned in court, depending on the degree of their involvement,” he said.
He added that special consideration would be given to the female suspects.
Jakusko expressed appreciation to Gov. Mai Mala Buni for entrusting him with the responsibility and thanked the security agencies for their cooperation and support during the operation.
No fewer than 60 suspects have been arrested in a joint operation clampdown on drug dealers and abusers in Damaturu, Yobe.
The State Government Focal Person on Drug Abuse Control, Mr Saidu Jakusko, made this known on Thursday while briefing newsmen in Damaturu.
Jakusko said the joint operation, which involved members of the vigilance group and personnel of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), led to the arrest of 30 men and 30 women.
He explained that the clampdown became necessary following the alarming rate of drug abuse, especially among the youth population in the state.
“The first phase of the operation targeted some flashpoints within the state capital and will continue until the menace is brought under control,” he said.
Jakusko noted that most of the suspects were under the influence of hard substances at the point of arrest, and among them were three notorious drug dealers who had been on the watchlist of security operatives.
He said the arrested individuals were being screened, and those identified as non-indigenes would be returned to their respective states.
“For those who are indigenes, some will be rehabilitated, counselled, empowered, and arraigned in court, depending on the degree of their involvement,” he said.
He added that special consideration would be given to the female suspects.
Jakusko expressed appreciation to Gov. Mai Mala Buni for entrusting him with the responsibility and thanked the security agencies for their cooperation and support during the operation.
60 arrested in connection with drug abuse in Yobe – Official.
No fewer than 60 suspects have been arrested in a joint operation clampdown on drug dealers and abusers in Damaturu, Yobe.
The State Government Focal Person on Drug Abuse Control, Mr Saidu Jakusko, made this known on Thursday while briefing newsmen in Damaturu.
Jakusko said the joint operation, which involved members of the vigilance group and personnel of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), led to the arrest of 30 men and 30 women.
He explained that the clampdown became necessary following the alarming rate of drug abuse, especially among the youth population in the state.
“The first phase of the operation targeted some flashpoints within the state capital and will continue until the menace is brought under control,” he said.
Jakusko noted that most of the suspects were under the influence of hard substances at the point of arrest, and among them were three notorious drug dealers who had been on the watchlist of security operatives.
He said the arrested individuals were being screened, and those identified as non-indigenes would be returned to their respective states.
“For those who are indigenes, some will be rehabilitated, counselled, empowered, and arraigned in court, depending on the degree of their involvement,” he said.
He added that special consideration would be given to the female suspects.
Jakusko expressed appreciation to Gov. Mai Mala Buni for entrusting him with the responsibility and thanked the security agencies for their cooperation and support during the operation.
0 Comentários
·0 Compartilhamentos
·511 Visualizações
