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FCT Police arrest 116 in Abuja drug raids, 27 charged to Court
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has intensified its clampdown on drug-related crimes, arresting 116 suspects in a series of coordinated raids across Abuja.
The operation, carried out by the Anti-Narcotics Section, began on August 1, 2025, and covered several hotspots including Asokoro, Trademore, Mapape, Kurudu, Kubwa, Gwarimpa, Jikwoyi, Utako, Life Camp, Zuba, and Karshi.
Spokesperson of the Command, SP Josephine Adeh, confirmed on Thursday that various illicit substances, including hard drugs and dried leaves suspected to be cannabis, were recovered during the raids.
According to her, 89 suspects were released after screening, while 27 were charged to court for public nuisance and possession of illicit substances.
The Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, CP Ajao S. Adewale, commended the operatives for their diligence and restated the Command’s commitment to maintaining a safe and drug-free capital.
He further urged residents to remain law-abiding, avoid drug abuse and trafficking, and cooperate with security agencies in ongoing operations across the FCT.
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