Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has expressed his shock and dismay over the actions of certain drug dealers who have secured court orders for the release of their confiscated illicit drug shipments.
In a statement released by his spokesperson, Sunusi Tofa, the governor revealed his astonishment during a visit to the Kano Road Traffic Agency (KAROTA), where he was briefed on the situation. Governor Yusuf was particularly surprised to learn that some individuals involved in the illicit drug trade had successfully obtained court orders to reclaim their seized contraband.
Governor Yusuf questioned the rationale behind the judges' decisions to issue such orders, emphasizing the gravity of the situation. He highlighted the urgent need to address this issue, which poses significant risks to the state's wellbeing.
In response to this troubling development, the governor directed the state Attorney General to develop a comprehensive strategy to prevent drug traffickers from exploiting legal loopholes in the future. He underscored the importance of collaboration between the judiciary and the government to safeguard the state from the dangers of drug trafficking.
Acknowledging the efforts of KAROTA in intercepting illicit drugs, Governor Yusuf urged the agency to take necessary actions to destroy the confiscated substances. He reiterated his administration's commitment to combating drug smuggling and pledged continued support to agencies dedicated to tackling drug trafficking and abuse.
Governor Yusuf called for a unified effort to address the menace of illicit drugs, stressing the need for immediate and coordinated action to protect the state from this pervasive threat.
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