- Safiu Kehinde
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has bursted illegal drug spots across the capital city, arresting eight suspects.
As contained in a statement issued by the Command’s spokesperson, Josephine Adeh, the raid was carried out by Anti-Narcotics Unit across identified hotspots which include SDP junction, Gwagwalada; Lugbe Federal Housing, but Tipper Garage, Wuse Zone 5, by Access Bank; and AYA Roundabout.
Following the arrest of the suspects, the operatives recovered large quantity of suspected cannabis, Illicit drugs, and one hundred rounds of live ammunition.
The operation, according to Adeh, Command’s dedication to ensuring the safety and well-being of all residents.
The statement read in part; “On 23rd January 2025, operatives of the FCT Police Command, under the Anti-Narcotics Unit, successfully executed a series of coordinated raids targeting identified hotspots across the FCT. These locations were known to be used by criminal elements for the sale and consumption of illicit drugs and substances.
“The areas covered during the raids include:
1.SDP Junction, Gwagwalada.
2.Lugbe Federal Housing, by Tipper Garage.
3.Wuse Zone 5, by Access Bank.
4.AYA Roundabout.
“During the operation, suspects at the respective locations attempted to flee on sighting the Police operatives but were swiftly pursued. This led to the arrest of eight (8) suspects and the recovery of the following exhibits:
•One hundred (100) rounds of live 7.62 x 39mm ammunition.
•A large quantity of dried leaves suspected to be cannabis.
•A substantial amount of encapsulated illicit drugs.
“These operations highlight the Command’s dedication to ensuring the safety and well-being of all residents. The FCT Police Command remains resolute in its fight against the menace of illicit drug activities within the Federal Capital Territory.
“The Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, urges members of the public to continue supporting the police by reporting suspicious activities promptly. Reports can be made at the nearest Police station or through the Command’s emergency lines: 08032003913, 08028940883, CRU: 08107314192, PCB: 09022222352.”