40-Year-Old Arrested for Attempting to Throw Indian Hemp Into Kano Prison
A 40-year-old man has been arrested after allegedly attempting to throw suspected Indian hemp into the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Kurmawa, Kano State.
The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Kano State Command, has foiled an attempt to smuggle suspected Indian hemp into the Medium Security Custodial Centre (MSCC), Kurmawa, in Kano. The incident reportedly occurred on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at about noon, when a 40-year-old man allegedly attempted to throw a substance suspected to be Indian hemp into the correctional facility. Officers attached to the Armed Squad Unit quickly responded and apprehended the suspect before the prohibited substance could be introduced into the centre.
The command’s Public Relations Officer, CSC Musbahu Kofarnassarawa, disclosed the incident in a statement issued on Monday. He explained that the suspect, who resides in Janguza Quarters, Kano, was arrested following the vigilance and prompt response of correctional officers. The operation was carried out under the supervision of the Commander of the Armed Squad Unit, CSC Usman M. Sale. The command said the officers’ alertness prevented a potential security breach within the custodial facility.
The Controller of Corrections in Kano State, Ahmed Yusuf-Lakpene, commended the officers for their professionalism and commitment to maintaining security across correctional centres. He reiterated the command’s zero-tolerance policy towards attempts to smuggle illicit substances and other prohibited materials into custodial facilities. He also warned members of the public against activities capable of compromising the safety and security of inmates and correctional officers.
The command confirmed that the arrested suspect had been handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for further investigation and necessary action. The correctional service also reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening security measures across its facilities to ensure a safe environment for the reformation and rehabilitation of inmates. Authorities urged the public to cooperate with security agencies and avoid any attempt to introduce prohibited items into correctional centres.
