From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto
The Sokoto State Police Command and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have resolved to deepen their collaboration in the fight against drug trafficking, substance abuse, and related crimes in the state.
This followed a courtesy visit by the newly posted NDLEA State Commander, Commander of Narcotics Mustapha Muhammad Gidado (CN), to the Commissioner of Police, Sokoto State Command, CP Ahmed Musa, at the Police Command Headquarters on Thursday.
Gidado, who assumed duty recently, commended the police for their longstanding cooperation with the NDLEA and stressed the inseparable link between drug abuse and the rising wave of insecurity across the country.
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He said that many crimes, including banditry, kidnapping, and theft, were fuelled by illicit drug consumption.
“The NDLEA under my watch will intensify efforts to dismantle drug distribution networks across Sokoto State. But this mission cannot be successful without the full support of the police and other security agencies.
“Together, through intelligence-led operations and preventive measures, we can save our youth and make Sokoto safer,” the Commander said.
Responding, CP Ahmed Musa congratulated Gidado on his new posting and assured him of the unwavering support of the Nigeria Police Force.
He said that collaboration among security agencies is critical to winning the war against drugs and reducing criminality.
“Drug abuse is at the root of most crimes we are battling daily. Our partnership with the NDLEA is not optional; it is a necessity if we want to secure our communities. We will strengthen intelligence sharing, sustain joint operations, and work as one family to protect Sokoto State,” he stated.
At the end of the meeting, both agencies resolved to maintain open communication channels and conduct regular reviews of their strategies to ensure maximum impact in curbing the menace of drugs and criminality.
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