The National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) said its officials have arrested Indian hemp farmer in Sokoto State.
The Commandant of NDLEA in the state, Mr Adamu Iro, told newsmen on Saturday that
“It is the first of such case in the history of the state”.
According to Iro, the suspect, Anas Sani, was arrested in Sayinna village, Tambuwal Local Government Area, following a tip-off.
He said the suspect planted a foreign variety of cannabis sativa in his maize farm, which was uprooted by NDLEA operatives who stormed the farm.
Speaking further, he added that the suspect will be prosecuted after laboratory analysis of the uprooted leaves.
While thanking the residents for their support to the agency, he also urged them not to relent, warning that cultivating Indian hemp and dealing in illicit drugs are punishable by Law
In an interview with newsmen, the suspect, a father of two said he learnt the business while owning a provision shop in Lagos.
“I am a first timer in the business. I learnt it while living in Lagos and decided to give it a trial at my hometown of Sanyinna.
“My elder brother tried his best to discourage me but i ignored all his advices..
“I thank God that I am arrested before starting reaping of my benefit business.
“I am ready to face the consequences of my action because it will encourage others who are interesting in the business,” he said.
