Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has taken a strong stance against drug trafficking by directing the state Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice to close legal loopholes that allow traffickers to escape justice. Speaking during a visit to the Kano Road Traffic Agency (KAROTA) on Sunday, Yusuf criticized judges who authorize the release of confiscated illicit drugs, emphasizing the severe societal implications of such decisions.
Governor Yusuf underscored the necessity for collaboration between the judiciary and executive branches to protect the state from the dangers posed by drug trafficking. He praised KAROTA’s efforts in assisting authorities to apprehend drug dealers and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to combating drug smuggling. The governor pledged ongoing support to agencies dedicated to fighting drug trafficking and abuse, emphasizing the importance of a united front in addressing this critical issue.