Police recover cannabis parcels and arrest suspect in Kano
A suspected drug dealer, identified as Umaru (also known as Jalo), has been arrested by the Kano State Police Command. Officers recovered 879 parcels of suspected Cannabis Sativa during an operation at Yan Shado village in Dawakin Tofa. The police say the operation was based on credible intelligence and is part of ongoing efforts to tackle drug trafficking in the state. The suspect remains in custody as investigations continue.
What happened
- Umaru was arrested by police while allegedly offloading 18 sacks of suspected Cannabis Sativa into his residence at Yan Shado village.
- The arrest took place on May 13, 2026, during an operation led by the Dawakin Tofa Police Division.
- Police recovered 18 sacks containing a total of 879 parcels of suspected illicit substances.
- The operation followed directives from Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Bakori, to dismantle drug trafficking networks.
- Authorities commended community members for providing information and urged continued support in reporting criminal activities.
