Esther Salifu
The Kano State Government Task Force Committee on Peace Restoration and Youth Rehabilitation has apprehended 28 suspected thugs, commonly referred to as “Yan Daba,” and seized dangerous weapons along with illicit drugs.
This was revealed in a statement by the committee’s Public Relations Officer, Ibrahim Waiya.
“Between March 3rd and 13th 2025, joint security operations conducted by the Kano State Government Task Force Committee on Peace Restoration and Youth Rehabilitation resulted in the arrest of 28 suspected thugs (Yan Daba) and the recovery of dangerous weapons and illicit drugs.”
The joint security operations were conducted at strategic locations within Kano Metropolis after intelligence reports indicated plans for thuggery-related activities during the holy month of Ramadan.
The recovered exhibits included:
283 parcels and 14 wraps of dried leaves suspected to be Cannabis Sativa, one cutlass, three scissors, one pointed-iron two bottles of suck and die, 13 packets of knockout, and one rubber solution.
The commissioner stated that the suspects have been charged to Chief Magistrate Court Number 12 for prosecution.
“To ensure a peaceful Ramadan, the Task Force Committee has restated the Kano State Government ban on all forms of Traditional Performance popularly known as “Tashe” characterised by thuggery-related activities. “The use of knockouts or bangers is prohibited, and violators will be dealt with according to the law.”
The Chairman of the committee, Yusuf Kofarmata, appreciated the commitment of the officers involved in the operations and called on law-abiding citizens to cooperate with the Police and other law enforcement agencies to achieve a safer and more secure Kano State.
