The Jigawa State Hisbah Board has arrested three women over alleged drug use during a raid on a residential apartment complex in Quba, Maigatari Local Government Area of the state.
The suspects, aged 19, 21 and 24, were apprehended by officials of the board’s Maigatari branch during an operation led by Malam Abdullahi Ibrahim Galadi.
According to a statement issued by the board, the women were taken to its office for investigation following their arrest.
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After the investigation, Hisbah officials reportedly counselled the suspects on the dangers of drug abuse and the importance of maintaining good moral conduct.
The board reiterated its commitment to tackling activities it considers social vices and sustaining efforts to promote acceptable conduct across Jigawa State.
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