NDLEA raids old BUK site, arrests six over drug activities

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Kano says it has carried out a raid around the old site of Bayero University Kano (BUK), arresting six people linked to illegal drug activities and shutting down several drug spots.

The operation was led by the Kano Strategic Command under Commander D.Y. Lawal.

This is contained in a statement signed by Sadiq Muhammad Maigatari, Assistant Superintendent of Narcotics and Public Relations Officer for NDLEA Kano Strategic Command, on behalf of the commander.

He said the raid followed a formal complaint from the university’s management about individuals trespassing and using parts of the campus and nearby areas to sell and consume illegal drugs.

Under an operation known as Sharar Mafaka, officers moved in and removed those involved.

Six suspects were arrested, while items connected to the illegal activities were seized and destroyed.

“This action demonstrates our commitment to ensuring a drug-free environment where students, staff and their families can live and work in safety,” said CN Lawal.

“We will never relent. We will continue to dislodge and occupy all drug joints under Operation Sharar Mafaka.”

The NDLEA said the raid demonstrates how cooperation between the agency and institutions such as BUK can enhance safety. It noted that the university’s prompt report and support made it easier to respond and eliminate what it described as a serious threat to the campus and surrounding community.

The agency also warned that it will not tolerate the use of government or educational facilities for drug-related activities.

It urged members of the public and institutions to report any suspicious activity so that remaining drug spots can be identified and shut down.