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63 suspected thugs, drug dealers arrested in Kano
The Kano State Police Command has arrested 63 suspected thugs and drug dealers in a clearance operation across the eight local government areas of Kano metropolis.
The state spokesperson for the police, DSP Abdullahi Haruna, said this in a statement on Thursday.
He said the persons included 42 suspected notorious thugs (Yan Daba) and 21 drug dealers, adding that they were arrested from May 30 to June 1.
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He said the clearance operation was part of efforts to rid the state of all forms of criminality, especially thuggery and drug abuse.
Haruna said a large quantity of arms, illicit drugs (Tramadol) worth N29.9 million and exol tablets worth N3.2 million were recovered during the operation.
Mr Sama’ila Dikko, the state Commissioner of Police, commended the stakeholders for their prayers, support, encouragement and cooperation.
He promised that the police will continue to remain steadfast and resolute in safeguarding lives and property.
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63 suspected thugs, drug dealers arrested in Kano
