Abba Kabir Yusuf's Task Force Tackles Drug Abuse in Kano

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf is actively addressing drug abuse and political thuggery in Kano, launching a multi-agency task force on 22 July 2026 to combat these issues. The task force, led by Alhaji Muhuyi Magaji Rimin Gado, has reported over 380 arrests and 230 convictions within two months, alongside the seizure of approximately 870,000 Pregabalin capsules suspected of illicit use.

The Kano Command has noted a significant reduction in crime, attributing this to Operation Kukan Kura. However, areas like Gobirawa and Tudun Fulani remain troubled by gang clashes.

The governor's administration has also focused on education, constructing over 1,800 classrooms and committing over 30 percent of the state budget to educational improvements, indicating a broader strategy for sustainable peace and development in the region.