The Kano State Multi-Agency Task Force on Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking has made a significant drug seizure, confiscating approximately 3,180,000 capsules suspected to be Pregabalin. This operation took place in the Sabon Gari area of Fagge Local Government Area in Kano State, marking a notable action in the ongoing battle against drug abuse in the region.

This seizure occurred just a day after Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf officially launched the Rapid Response Squad, a new initiative aimed at enhancing the state's capacity to combat drug trafficking and related crimes. The task force acted on intelligence received through one of its reporting platforms, which played a crucial role in facilitating this operation.S2

The scale of this seizure underscores the growing concern regarding the availability of illicit drugs in Nigeria, particularly Pregabalin, which is often misused for its psychoactive effects. The Kano State government is intensifying its efforts to tackle drug-related issues, reflecting a broader national strategy to address substance abuse and trafficking.S1S2