The Yobe State Police Command has arrested nine suspects in separate operations targeting drug trafficking, substance abuse and youth hooliganism across the state.
The Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Dungus Abdulkarim, disclosed this in a statement issued on Saturday and made available to journalists in Damaturu.
According to the statement, operatives attached to B Division raided Pompomari Kan Tudu at about 5:40 p.m. on May 29, 2026, leading to the arrest of two suspected drug dealers, Jibrin Mohammed, 30, and Kasim Kyari, 22, both residents of Pompomari.
The police said several exhibits were recovered from the suspects, including 26 sachets of Tramadol, 23 sachets of Diazepam, two wraps of Arizona cannabis, 34 wraps of local cannabis, four stones of crystal methamphetamine, an 11-inch dagger, a pair of scissors and N91,950 in cash.
“The suspects and exhibits are under investigation ahead of prosecution,” the statement said.
In a related development, the Divisional Police Headquarters in Fika responded to a distress call alleging that some youths had invaded Ngalda Market, engaging in intimidation, public disturbance and robbery.
The Command said patrol teams were immediately deployed to the area, resulting in the arrest of seven suspects.
According to the police, preliminary investigations revealed that the suspects allegedly pursued teenage girls without provocation, causing panic among traders and residents.
“Some goods were reportedly looted and vandalised with sticks and cutlasses. Investigation is ongoing to identify the masterminds and arrest other fleeing accomplices,” the statement added.
The Commissioner of Police, Usman Kanfani Jibrin, reiterated the Command’s zero-tolerance stance on youth hooliganism, drug trafficking, substance abuse and other criminal activities.
He directed officers and men of the Command to remain professional, dedicated and steadfast in ensuring peace, security and public safety across the state.
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