Kano Police Seize 879 Cannabis Parcels, Arrest Suspected Dealer in Dawakin Tofa

Operatives of the Kano State Police Command achieved a major breakthrough on 13 May with the arrest of Umaru, also known as Jalo, in Dawakin Tofa Local Government Area. The suspect was intercepted while offloading 18 sacks of dried leaves later confirmed to be Cannabis Sativa. A total of 879 parcels were recovered from his residence. This operation followed directives from the Commissioner of Police to target all individuals linked to drug trafficking. The move aligns with the Inspector-General’s intelligence-led, community-based policing strategy to dismantle criminal networks. The suspect is in custody as investigations continue to trace his suppliers and distribution channels. The Police Command urges residents to keep sharing credible information, assuring that informant identities remain protected.

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