The Nigerian Correctional Service, Kano State Command, has arrested two women for allegedly attempting to smuggle illicit drugs into the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Goron Dutse, in Kano State.
The command’s Public Relations Officer of the Command, Musbahu Lawan KofarNassarawa, confirmed the arrest of the women in a statement on Monday.
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According to the statement, the incident occurred during the Service’s ongoing efforts to prevent the entry of prohibited items into custodial facilities.
“The suspects, identified as Maryam Ali and Hauwa Musa, both aged between 19 and 20 years and residents of Kano State, were intercepted on December 21, 2025, during routine security checks while attempting to gain access to the custodial centre,” Kofar Nassarawa said.
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He said the arrested women were found in possession of substances suspected to be illicit drugs, which preliminary investigations indicated were intended to be supplied to inmates within the facility.
“The Service noted that such an act constitutes a serious violation of NCoS regulations and is a criminal offence under the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” the statement further said.
He added that the suspects were handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency officials for further investigation and possible prosecution.
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The Nigerian Correctional Service, Kano State Command, reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining strict security and discipline within and around custodial centres, stressing its zero-tolerance stance on all forms of illegal activities.
The Command also urged members of the public to comply strictly with the rules and regulations guiding visits to correctional facilities, warning that any breach would be dealt with in accordance with the law.
