Task force
By Aminu Garko
Kano, June, Gov. Abba Yusuf of Kano State has approved the constitution of a Special Task Force on Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking to combat substance abuse and drug-related crimes in the state.
In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Sunusi Dawakin Tofa on Thursday.
The governor said the task force would be chaired by Barrister Muhuyi Magaji Rimingado, immediate past executive chairman of the Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission. Members will include representatives of security agencies, health institutions, traditional and religious bodies, and civil society organisations.
According to the statement, the committee will provide a coordinated multi-agency framework to disrupt illicit drug networks, strengthen intelligence gathering and information sharing, identify drug distribution centres, and recommend arrests and seizure of assets linked to drug trafficking.
The task force will also work to ensure speedy prosecution of drug-related offences through improved evidence gathering, standardised forensic procedures, and collaboration with the judiciary. It will lead advocacy campaigns targeting youths, students, and other vulnerable groups to reduce drug demand and promote rehabilitation.
Yusuf described drug abuse as one of the greatest threats to young people and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to tackling the menace through enforcement, prevention, and community participation.
He urged members to discharge their responsibilities with commitment, professionalism, and patriotism to safeguard the future of Kano State.(
