Two Businessmen and Canadian Nurse Arrested at Lagos Airport for Cocaine and Cannabis Trafficking
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested two businessmen and a Canadian nurse at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos for attempting to smuggle cocaine and cannabis. The first arrest took place on October 15, 2024. A businessman, Ihejirika Okechukwu Emmanuel, was trying to board a flight to Thailand. Security checks revealed he […]
NDLEA Seizes 750 Tons of Illegal Drugs in Three Years, Tightens Maritime Security
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intensified its fight against drug trafficking in Nigeria, seizing an impressive 750 tons of illegal drugs over the last three years. This milestone was announced by the NDLEA Chairman and Chief Executive, retired Brigadier General Mohammed Marwa, during the opening ceremony of the NDLEA Marine Command Headquarters […]
80-Year-Old Grandfather Arrested by NDLEA for Possessing Illicit Drugs in Lagos
In a surprising turn of events, operatives from the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have apprehended an 80-year-old grandfather, Pa Aremu Shojobi, in connection with drug trafficking. The arrest took place on Friday, September 20, 2024, in the Iyana Ipaja area of Lagos, where Pa Aremu was caught with 14 kilograms of cannabis in […]
Two Men Arrested in Lagos with 120 Wraps of Cocaine
The Lagos State Police Command has made a significant breakthrough in the fight against drug trafficking. Two men, suspected of dealing drugs, were arrested after being caught with 120 wraps of a substance believed to be cocaine. The arrest was made public by the police spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, who shared details in a statement […]
Nigerian Man Released from Death Row in Indonesia Thanks to Pro Bono Lawyer
Emmanuel Ihejirika, a Nigerian man sentenced to death in Indonesia for drug trafficking, has been released from prison after several years, thanks to the dedicated work of Nigerian lawyer Emmanuel Isha Ogebe. Ogebe, based in Washington, D.C., took on Ihejirika’s case pro bono, believing that Ihejirika had been wrongly convicted. His efforts included presenting the […]
Nigerian National Arrested at Lahore in Pakistan Airport for Smuggling Cocaine
In a significant drug bust at Lahore International Airport, a Nigerian national has been arrested for attempting to smuggle cocaine into Pakistan. The suspect, who arrived from Nigeria via Dubai, was detained by the Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) after being found with 38 capsules filled with cocaine hidden inside his stomach. On August 29, 2024, the […]
Nigerian Man Arrested at Punta Cana Airport for Smuggling Drugs to Paris
Authorities in the Dominican Republic arrested a 29-year-old Nigerian man, who also holds Italian nationality, at Punta Cana International Airport. The man was caught attempting to smuggle drugs to Paris, France, by ingesting them. The arrest was made in a joint effort by agents from the National Directorate of Drug Control (DNCD), the Specialized Airport […]
NDLEA Seizes Major Drug Shipments Hidden in Baby Food and Clothes
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) recently made significant drug seizures at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos and a courier firm. They intercepted several shipments of illegal drugs disguised as baby food and clothing items meant for the US and UK. On July 31, 2024, NDLEA agents discovered 36 parcels of strong […]
Nigeria Immigration Officer Suspended Over Drug Trafficking Charges
A senior officer of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Michael Gbenga Akomolafe, has been suspended due to allegations of drug trafficking. The officer was serving at the Murtala Muhammad International Airport in Lagos and was brought before a Federal High Court in Lagos State. Kenneth Udo, the Public Relations Officer for NIS, announced on July […]
Woman Disguised as Visitor Caught Smuggling Drugs into Kuje Prison
A woman by the name of Precious Yusuf was detained by the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) for trying to smuggle drugs into the medium Security Custodial Centre in Kuje, Abuja. Wednesday, July 10, 2024, in Abuja, saw the release of this information by Samson Duza, the Command’s public relations officer. Precious Yusuf arrived in the Kuje detention facility on Tuesday, July 9, posing as a visitor for an inmate, according to Mr. Duza’s report. Food packets within a box were discovered to contain goods suspected of being marijuana and other harmful narcotics during a normal search by the center’s police. Duzasaid said, “The suspect admitted that she was sent to deliver these items to an inmate at the custodial centre,” The suspect should be turned over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for additional investigation and prosecution, according to an order from Ibrahim Usman, Controller of the FCT Command, which he also highlighted. Mr. Usman cautioned drug dealers not to attempt to sneak illicit drugs into the detention facilities by pretending to be visitors, stressing that guards are on guard and ready to arrest such attempts. He urged the populace and well-meaning Nigerians to back the efforts of the Correctional Service to keep society safe and reform prisoners. The public was reassured by Mr. Usman that individuals who are lawfully imprisoned are in secure care.