KISII, Kenya, Apr 3 \u2013 In a significant blow to narcotics trafficking in the region, a multi-agency team led by the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) conducted a high-profile operation in Mwamogeza Village, Kisii County, recovering a massive consignment of suspected cannabis sativa.<\/p>\n
The raid, executed on Wednesday afternoon in Kiamuasi Location, Daraja Mbili sub-location, uncovered seven 50kg sacks, four 90kg sacks, and two large carrier bags of the illicit substance concealed in rental houses. <\/p>\n
The prime suspect, Geoffrey Nyabira, alias Jeff\u2014a notorious drug lord\u2014eluded arrest but remains a high-priority target for law enforcement.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are not relenting in our pursuit of drug barons, their merchants, and distribution networks,\u201d declared NACADA\u2019s Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Anthony Omerikwa, emphasizing the agency\u2019s unwavering commitment to dismantling narcotics syndicates.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis seizure is a testament to our resolve. We will hunt down every individual profiting from the destruction of our youth and communities.\u201d<\/p>\n
Three suspects were apprehended during the operation and will be arraigned to assist with the investigation. <\/p>\n
Authorities are working to determine the street value of the seized drugs while intensifying efforts to track down Nyabira, who has repeatedly evaded arrest.<\/p>\n
Omerikwa called on the public to support the fight against drug abuse by sharing crucial information. <\/p>\n
\u201cCommunity involvement is key. Report suspicious activities\u2014your tip could save lives and help us dismantle these criminal networks for good.\u201d<\/p>\n
This operation underscores NACADA\u2019s intensified crackdown on narcotics ahead of a broader national campaign against substance abuse. Security agencies have vowed sustained raids until all drug hotspots are neutralized.<\/p>\n
As the operation continues, authorities remain confident that swift justice will be served, and those responsible will be held accountable. <\/p>\n
Meanwhile, NACADA has assured the public that more raids will follow in various hotspots across the country as it intensifies efforts to root out drug abuse at its source.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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