According to the Director Public Enlightenment of KSNWC, Yusuf Abubakar Ibrahim the operation, which commenced immediately after a strategic briefing by the Chairman of the Committee, Barrister Muhuyi Magaji Rimin Gado, brought together key security and law enforcement agencies in a coordinated effort to reinforce public safety and strengthen security across the State.
While addressing the participating personnel before the commencement of the exercise, the Chairman charged all security operatives to exhibit the highest standards of professionalism, discipline and dedication throughout the operation.
He reiterated the resolve of the Kano State Government under the leadership of His Excellency, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, to rid the State of drug-related crimes and ensure a peaceful, secure and crime-free society for all residents.
The joint operation involved over 200 personnel drawn from the Nigeria Police Force, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Kano State Security Neighbourhood Watch Corps (KSNWC), Kano State Anti-Phone Snatching Committee (KOSSAP), Vigilante Groups and other collaborating security agencies.
The operation was led by the Commander, Anti-Daba Squad, Superintendent of Police B.M. Gwadabe. Also participating were the Deputy Commander General of the Kano State Security Neighbourhood Watch Corps, Major Abubakar (Rtd), the Director of Operations of the Corps, Habibu Balarabe Madigawa, alongside other officers and personnel from the participating security agencies.
During the operation, the security personnel conducted intensive patrols and a show of force through identified crime-prone areas and known flashpoints, including Kofar Nassarawa/Railway Axis, Filin Mahaha, Makabarta, Kwanar Goda, Mandawari, Dan Agundi, Jakara, Gadon Kaya, Gwale and several other strategic locations within the Kano metropolis.
The exercise was designed to enhance inter-agency collaboration, deter criminal activities, disrupt the operations of drug dealers and illicit traffickers and reassure law-abiding residents of the continuous presence and preparedness of security agencies to protect lives and property.
As a result of the operation, thirteen (13) suspects were arrested at different locations for various suspected offences. The suspects have since been handed over to the Anti-Daba authorities for thorough investigation and further legal action in accordance with the law.
The operation was completed successfully without any security breach or untoward incident, while Personnel from all participating agencies demonstrated exemplary discipline, professionalism and operational synergy throughout the exercise, further underscoring the effectiveness of sustained inter-agency cooperation in addressing security challenges.
The Kano State Security Neighbourhood Watch Corps commends the leadership of the Special Task Force on Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, all participating security agencies and the good people of Kano State for their continued support and cooperation in the collective effort to safeguard the State.
The Corps wishes to reassure members of the public that it will continue to work closely with sister security agencies in support of the vision of the Kano State Government to eliminate drug abuse, curb illicit trafficking, combat youth-related violence and sustain peace, security and public order across the State.
