The Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has commissioned the Quick Response Squad of the Multi-Agency Task Force on Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, alongside operational equipment worth hundreds of millions of naira, in a major boost to the state’s fight against substance abuse, thuggery and illicit drug trafficking.
The Independent Mirror reports that the commissioning, which took place on Thursday, November 5, 2026, marked another significant milestone in the administration’s determination to tackle the menace of drug abuse through enhanced law enforcement, rapid response, rehabilitation, skills acquisition and the effective reintegration of affected persons into society.
Speaking at the ceremony, Governor Yusuf expressed satisfaction with the progress recorded in the fight against drug abuse across the state, saying the sustained efforts of the government and its partner agencies were gradually yielding positive results.
“I am the happiest man in Kano today as we continue to push drug abuse down to the barest minimum,” the Governor declared.
Governor Yusuf said the newly commissioned Quick Response Squad would strengthen the operational capacity of the Task Force by enabling it to respond promptly to reports, incidents and emerging threats relating to substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking.
He also highlighted the importance of the newly procured equipment, describing the investment as part of his administration’s commitment to providing the Task Force and other relevant agencies with the necessary tools to effectively combat the drug menace.
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According to him, the fight against substance abuse must go beyond arrests and prosecutions, stressing the need to provide individuals who have undergone rehabilitation with opportunities to acquire skills and engage in legitimate economic activities.
He said the state government would continue to support skills acquisition and apprenticeship programmes aimed at keeping rehabilitated persons meaningfully engaged and reducing the risk of relapse into drug use and other illicit activities.
The Governor commended the Chairman and members of the Multi-Agency Task Force for their dedication, courage and commitment to the campaign, noting that the achievements recorded within a relatively short period demonstrated the importance of sustained collaboration among government agencies and other stakeholders.
Governor Yusuf, accompanied by the Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Jibril Ismaila Falgore, and other senior government officials, was taken on a guided tour of the newly commissioned facility and the equipment procured to support the Task Force’s operations.
The Governor expressed satisfaction with the level of preparedness and progress made by the Task Force, commending its leadership and personnel for their efforts in tackling one of the most serious threats to the wellbeing and future of young people in the state.
Speaking at the occasion, the Chairman of the Multi-Agency Task Force on Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, Muhyi Magaji Rimin Gado, reaffirmed the Task Force’s commitment to sustaining its efforts against substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking in Kano State.
Rimin Gado said the commissioning of the Quick Response Squad and the provision of modern operational equipment would significantly enhance the Task Force’s ability to respond swiftly and effectively to drug-related challenges and protect communities from the devastating consequences of substance abuse.
He assured the Governor that the Task Force would not relent in its efforts, stressing that the fight against drug abuse requires consistency, determination and sustained collaboration among all relevant agencies.
The Chairman expressed appreciation to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for his unwavering support, political will and commitment to tackling the drug menace in the state.
Rimin Gado noted that the fight against drug abuse was not merely an enforcement responsibility but a collective social responsibility requiring the involvement of government institutions, security and regulatory agencies, traditional and religious leaders, communities, parents, educational institutions and other stakeholders.
He therefore pledged that the Task Force would continue to strengthen its operations, deepen collaboration with relevant agencies and sustain its preventive, enforcement, rehabilitation and reintegration programmes.
He expressed confidence that, with the continued support of the Kano State Government and the dedication of all stakeholders, the state would make further progress towards reducing substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking to the barest minimum
