The Gombe State Police Command, Northeast Nigeria, on Monday announced the recovery of large quantities of illicit drugs following a successful raid on a suspected criminal hideout behind the Gombe Local Government Shopping Complex on October 10, 2025.
According to a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Buhari Abdullahi, the operation was carried out at about 9:00 p.m. by police operatives attached to the Gombe Division during a routine raid of identified black spots in the area.
Abdullahi disclosed that in recent months the command has intensified raids on black spots across the state as part of its ongoing effort to curb drug abuse and related crimes, which authorities say often serve as catalysts for youth violence and other criminal acts.
“On sighting the advancing patrol team, the hoodlums took to their heels, abandoning quantities of hard drugs and illicit substances at the scene,” Abdullahi said.
The police spokesperson listed the items recovered to include quantities of ‘Suck and Die,’ Tramadol, and Diazepam tablets, all of which were taken to the station for further investigation and necessary action.
“All the recovered exhibits have been moved to the station, and investigations are ongoing to identify and apprehend the fleeing suspects,” he added.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Bello Yahaya, commended the operatives for their swift action and reaffirmed the command’s determination to sustain the fight against crime and drug abuse in Gombe State.
“The Command remains resolute in its commitment to ensure a drug-free and crime-free Gombe State,” CP Yahaya stated. “We are sending a strong warning to criminal elements to desist from all forms of criminality or face the full wrath of the law.”
He also urged residents to remain law-abiding and to assist the police with credible information that could aid in maintaining peace and security.
“We call on members of the public to report any suspicious movement or activity to the nearest police station for prompt action,” the statement concluded.
Source: Punch News
