…the theft,” the commissioner said. The command also arrested two suspected suppliers of illicit drugs to bandits around Kasuwar Magani. The suspects, Alex Odoh and Daniel Eze, were apprehended with a large quantity of hard drugs, which they allegedly confessed were meant for bandits operating in the area. Muhammad comm…

…suspected to be Cannabis Sativa were recovered from one suspect, who admitted to selling illicit drugs in the area.''Notwithstanding the outcome of the operation, the Imo State Police Command unequivocally condemns the unprofessional conduct of the personnel as captured in the viral video. The manner in which one of th…

…for their dedication and professionalism. As Nigeria confronts the growing challenge of illicit drugs, we must deepen collaboration to ensure our ports remain secure while facilitating legitimate trade,” he said. On his part, the Managing Director, Lekki Port, Wang Qiang, praised the NDLEA for its proactive role in pro…

…residents of the area suggested that the man’s strange action may have been caused by illicit drugs, while others claimed that he may have been possessed by an evil spirit. Confirming the incident to DAILY POST, the Abia State Police Command said it had commenced an investigation into the matter. The Police Public Rela…

…in warehousing narcotic drugs, adding, “The use of residential houses in stockpiling illicit drugs is dangerous and must be vehemently confronted by citizens. “These enemies of the state must not be allowed to destroy our communities. We are pleased with the operational successes recorded because the quantity is massiv…

…31 females, were arrested for offences including the possession and sale of suspected illicit drugs and operating an illegal checkpoint at the Asaba-Onitsha Head Bridge. The operation, led by a Deputy Commissioner of Police alongside tactical teams of the command, also led to the impoundment of five vehicles for variou…

…multiplies them, and it destroys your brain, health and future. Say a resounding No to illicit drugs." The NDLEA Chairman stressed that the country is facing a “silent but devastating war” on substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking. "Drug abuse doesn't discriminate, it knocks on the doors of the rich and the poor.…

…of tramadol pills concealed inside black soap containers in an attempt to smuggle the illicit drugs to the United Kingdom. The agency disclosed the seizure in a narco-trend update shared by its Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, on his X handle on Sunday. According to the agency, the concealment was uncover…

…the WHO added. Nigeria has, in recent years, intensified efforts to curb the abuse of illicit drugs and controlled substances through stronger law enforcement, public awareness campaigns and expanded access to treatment and rehabilitation services. The National Drug Control Master Plan serves as the country’s strategic…

…"Members of the public with relevant information that can assist in the fight against illicit drugs are urged to come forward." by Linda Ikeji at 16/07/2026 7:04 AM | Share this Story

Driver arrested as troops intercept truck conveying large consignment of illicit drugs on Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road Troops of the 65 Battalion have intercepted a truck conveying a large consignment of illicit drugs along the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road following actionable intelligence from a credible source. Lieutenan…

…for international drug cartels. NDLEA arraigns drug baron, three Mexican nationals over illicit drugs

…intercepted a suspected foreign terrorist drug courier conveying a large consignment of illicit drugs, alcoholic beverages and other prohibited substances believed to be destined for terrorist elements operating within the Lake Chad Islands. This was disclosed on Friday in a press statement signed by the acting media i…

Chadian woman arrested with illicit drugs and alcohol meant for terrorists in Borno The Nigerian Army says its troops have intercepted a female Chadian national transporting illicit drugs, alcoholic beverages and other prohibited substances to terrorists operating in the Lake Chad Islands.In a statement on Friday, July…

Troops intercept Chadian woman allegedly conveying illicit drugs and alcoholic beverages to terrorists in Borno Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have disrupted a suspected terrorist logistics network with the arrest of a Chadian woman allegedly transporting illicit drugs and alcoholic beverages to insurgents operating in…

…over the past 18 months, leading to the seizure of 5,305,484.88 kilograms of assorted illicit drugs valued at more than N1.5 trillion and the conviction of 5,225 offenders. Marwa also highlighted the agency’s prevention efforts, noting that 6,645 drug awareness and sensitisation programmes were conducted nationwide dur…

…every Nigerian in government and out of government to recognise that the fight against illicit drugs is not the burden of one agency, not the burden of one ministry, not the burden indeed of one sector alone. It is a national responsibility that calls for a national response," he said. He noted that drug use and traffi…

…another significant breakthrough in its sustained efforts to rid the state of cultism, illicit drug activities and vandalism of critical infrastructure, reaffirming its unwavering commitment to protecting lives, property and public assets. "In a coordinated intelligence-led operation, operatives of the command arrested…

…fuel tanks not for use in a vehicle or resale, but specifically to conceal and transport illicit drugs. According to Babafemi, the suspect successfully moved the concealed consignment through several security checkpoints from Anambra State before he was eventually arrested by operatives in the Wukari area of Taraba Sta…

…The statement said, "In its sustained efforts to combat the trafficking and abuse of illicit drugs and other prohibited substances, the Borno State Police Command, under the leadership of CP Naziru Abdulmajid, psc, has recorded another significant breakthrough with the arrest of a suspect and the recovery of a large ca…

…(NDLEA) has arrested an 84-year-old and a 75-year-old grandfathers for allegedly selling illicit drugs to teenage secondary school students in Umuahia, Abia. This is contained in a statement by Director, Media and Advocacy, NDLEA, Mr Femi Babafemi, on Sunday in Abuja. Babafemi said that the first suspect was arrested b…

…operatives of the Agency on Friday, following credible intelligence that he was selling illicit substances to young students and others in his patent medicine store located at 4 Club road, Umuahia, where 4.64 kilograms of opioids including tramadol and diazepam were recovered from him during a search of his premises.

…loaded with five live cartridges, one cutlass, charms, and substances suspected to be illicit drugs. Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, Bright Edafe, confirmed the report in a statement on Sunday. The Police Image maker said, “In a sustained effort to rid Delta State of cult-related violence and other crimina…

…man, Godfrey Orji and 75-year-old Godwin Obulunbiya Obiora for allegedly selling illicit drugs to teenage secondary school students in Umuahia, Abia state capital. Femi Babafemi, Director, Media & Advocacy of the agency, in a statement on Sunday said Pa Obiora was arrested by NDLEA operatives on Friday 19th June 2026 f…

…Orji and a 75-year-old Godwin Obulunbiya Obiora, over alleged involvement in the sale of illicit drugs to teenage secondary school students in Umuahia, Abia State. The arrests were part of a broader nationwide crackdown in which the agency also intercepted drug consignments, apprehended a wanted couple in Ekiti State,…