The Kano State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested four suspected illicit drug dealers in Kano, according to the Daily Post. The suspects, including one identified as Abubakar Abdullahi, were apprehended during a covert operation by the corps' Counter Terrorism Unit based in Dorayi Babba, Gwale Local Government Area.

Authorities in Kano have apprehended a man suspected of attempting to traffic two girls out of the state for domestic work abroad. The incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding human trafficking in the region.

Kwara State governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have called for support from religious leaders, parents, and communities to combat drug peddling and abuse in the state. This appeal was made during a program held to address the issue on July 4, 2026, with contributions from NDLEA's Kwara State Commandant, Hajia Fatima Popoola.

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has rescued 15 trafficked children and recovered a stolen rifle during a major intelligence-led operation, according to Tori.ng. The crackdown reportedly uncovered a criminal network operating across several Nigerian states. The operation targeted child trafficking and arms-related crime, marking a significant enforcement action by the corps. Further details on arrests or the identities of those involved were not provided in the report.

The Oyo State Police Command has rescued 17 children and arrested seven suspects linked to an alleged interstate child-stealing and human-trafficking network operating across parts of Nigeria. Commissioner of Police Abimbola Ayodeji Olugbenga announced the development on Monday during a press briefing at the state police headquarters in Eleyele, Ibadan, saying an investigation led to the arrests and rescues, according to the Daily Post.

The Yaba Lions Club, District 404A3, has emphasized the need for urgent action to combat drug abuse among young people, labeling it a significant threat to societal and mental health. This statement was made by the club's President, Samuel Ojo, during the inauguration of four refurbished toilets in Lagos.