By Ibrahim Muhammad Kano Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has inaugurated a Multi-Agency Task Force on Drug Abuse a...
By Ibrahim Muhammad Kano
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has inaugurated a Multi-Agency Task Force on Drug Abuse and signed an Executive Order aimed at curbing thuggery and related criminal activities across the state.
This was disclosed in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa.
Governor Yusuf described drug abuse as one of the greatest threats facing the state’s youthful population. He warned that the menace fuels violent crimes, destroys families, weakens the economy, and undermines social stability.
According to him, the newly inaugurated Task Force will coordinate the state’s response to drug abuse through intelligence gathering, enforcement, public enlightenment, rehabilitation, and collaboration with security agencies and other stakeholders.
The Governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to support the Task Force with adequate funding, operational vehicles, office accommodation, logistics, and security backing. He also guaranteed its operational independence to enable it to discharge its mandate effectively.
Governor Yusuf further reiterated his administration’s commitment to expanding rehabilitation facilities for victims of drug abuse. He noted that the government has already established separate rehabilitation centres for male and female patients, and will continue to strengthen support for their recovery and reintegration into society.
He explained that the Executive Order against thuggery would provide a stronger legal framework for dismantling criminal gangs, curbing political violence, and supporting security agencies in maintaining law and order across Kano State.
In his acceptance remarks, the Chairman of the Task Force, Barr. Muhuyi Magaji Rimingado thanked the Governor for the confidence reposed in him and other members.
He assured the Governor and the people of Kano that the Task Force would carry out its assignment with integrity, professionalism, and without compromise.
Barr. Muhuyi said members fully understand the enormity of their responsibility and would work closely with security agencies, traditional rulers, religious leaders, civil society organisations, educational institutions, and community leaders to combat drug abuse and promote lasting peace.
He described the establishment of the Task Force as a demonstration of Governor Yusuf’s determination to safeguard the future of Kano’s youth and strengthen public safety.
Governor Yusuf called on residents to support the Task Force by providing credible information and cooperating with security agencies. He stressed that the fight against drug abuse and thuggery requires the collective efforts of government and the public.
He expressed confidence that the combined implementation of the Executive Order and the activities of the Multi-Agency Task Force would significantly reduce drug-related crimes and contribute to a safer, more peaceful, and prosperous Kano State.
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