The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Kano State Command, has arrested a 40-year-old man for allegedly attempting to smuggle suspected Indian hemp into the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Kurmawa, in Kano State.
The command’s Public Relations Officer, CSC Musbahu Kofarnassarawa, disclosed this in a statement on Monday.
He said the incident occurred around noon on Sunday when the suspect allegedly attempted to throw a substance suspected to be Indian hemp into the correctional facility.
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According to him, the suspect, who resides in Janguza Quarters, Kano, was apprehended by officers of the Armed Squad Unit following their vigilance and prompt response.
The operation was carried out under the supervision of the Commander of the Armed Squad Unit, CSC Usman M. Sale.
The Controller of Corrections in Kano State, Ahmed Yusuf-Lakpene, commended the officers for their alertness, professionalism and commitment to maintaining security within custodial facilities.
He reiterated the command’s zero-tolerance policy towards the smuggling of prohibited substances and other restricted items into correctional centres.
Yusuf-Lakpene also urged members of the public to desist from attempting to introduce illegal substances and prohibited materials into correctional facilities.
The suspect has been handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for further investigation and necessary action.
The controller reaffirmed the command’s commitment to strengthening security across its facilities to ensure a safe environment for the reformation and rehabilitation of inmates.
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