NDLEA seizes N1.8bn illicit drugs in Edo, arrests 104 suspects in 3 months
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency in Edo State has recorded major success in its fight against drug crimes. The agency revealed it seized illicit drugs worth about N1.8 billion within three months. During the same period, operatives arrested 104 suspected drug traffickers across the state. Authorities also confirmed that large quantities of cannabis and […]
Trump insists cartels run Mexico as Sheinbaum rejects US action
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has again criticized Mexico’s leadership, claiming that powerful drug cartels are effectively controlling the country. Speaking to reporters before boarding Air Force One, Trump said the Mexican government should take stronger action to eliminate criminal groups. Trump said he had offered U.S. assistance to deal with the cartels but alleged […]
US announces $10m reward for information on Sinaloa Cartel leaders René, Alfonso Arzate-García
The United States has announced a combined $10 million reward for information leading to the arrest or conviction of René Arzate-García and Alfonso Arzate-García. The bounty, offered under the Narcotics Rewards Program, places $5 million on each brother for their alleged roles in the Sinaloa Cartel. U.S. officials say the brothers, also known as “La […]
NDLEA Nabs Lekki Big Boy Kolapo Oladapo For Running Drug Distribution Network
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has arrested Lagos socialite and businessman Kolapo Oladapo over an alleged drug distribution operation. Officials said he was picked up at his Ikate residence shortly after returning from the United Kingdom, following months of surveillance. Authorities claim he had been on their watchlist since last year. During a search […]
Customs, NDLEA intercept 30 slabs of cocaine at Apapa port
Officers of the Nigeria Customs Service at the Apapa Area Command, working with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, have seized 30 slabs of cocaine at the Apapa Port in Lagos. The drugs were discovered on a foreign ship identified as MV Aruna, which is registered in the Marshall Islands. The interception happened at the […]
NDLEA arrests 1,389 suspects, seizes 7,773kg of illicit drugs in Kano
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has recorded a major breakthrough in Kano State after arresting 1,389 people in connection with drug-related offences. The agency also recovered about 7,773 kilograms of different illegal drugs during a series of operations carried out across the state. NDLEA officials said the arrests were made in markets, residential […]
NDLEA uncovers warehouse, recovers 347kg Cannabis Sativa in Ogun
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has uncovered a hidden warehouse in Ogun State where 347 kilograms of Cannabis Sativa were stored. The discovery was made during an intelligence-led operation aimed at stopping illegal drug distribution in the state. Officials said the warehouse was being used as a storage and distribution point for the […]
NDLEA secures court order to detain vessel, crew over N25.5kg cocaine seizure at Lagos port
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has secured a court order to detain a vessel and its crew following the seizure of 25.5 kilograms of cocaine at a Lagos port. The operation, carried out in collaboration with port authorities, highlights the agency’s commitment to curbing drug trafficking in Nigeria. The court order, obtained on […]
Nigerian, South African accomplice bag 37-year jail term for drug trafficking
A Nigerian man and his South African partner have been sentenced to 37 years in prison for their roles in a drug trafficking operation. The court found the two guilty after evidence showed they were involved in transporting and distributing illegal substances. Their arrest followed months of surveillance and investigation by security agencies. During the […]
NDLEA busts illicit drug warehouse, recovers N6.7 billion opioids
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has uncovered a major illegal drug warehouse stocked with opioids worth an estimated N6.7 billion. The discovery followed a well-coordinated intelligence operation that led officers to the hidden facility, where large quantities of tramadol, codeine-based syrups, and other banned substances were stored. According to NDLEA officials, the warehouse […]