Tanzanian president tells security forces to target drug traffickers


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  • Monday, 06 Feb 2017

Tanzania's President John Magufuli addresses a news conference during his official visit to Nairobi, Kenya October 31, 2016. REUTERS/Thomas Mukoya/File Photo

DAR ES SALAAM (Reuters) - President John Magufuli told Tanzania's security forces on Monday to crack down on the drugs trade and said no one should be spared, even if they are top politicians or their relatives.

Magufuli, nicknamed "The Bulldozer" for the way he pushes through projects, has launched a drive against corruption, tax evasion and poaching since taking office in November 2015.

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