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NDLEA Edo Seizes Massive Drugs, Arrests 29 Suspects

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6 months ago

May 6, 2026

NDLEA Edo drug seizures hit over 10,000kg as 29 suspects arrested, with major busts and convictions recorded in April operations

The Edo State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has recorded a sweeping crackdown, arresting 29 suspects and seizing more than 10,359kg of illicit drugs in April.

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State Commander Mitchell Ofoyeju disclosed the figures in a statement on Wednesday, describing the period as marked by decisive and high-impact operations against drug trafficking networks.

The NDLEA Edo drug seizures involved 19 male and 10 female suspects, apprehended during targeted raids on known drug hotspots and routine patrols across the state.

According to Ofoyeju, the confiscated substances included 9,611.69kg of cannabis, 748.02kg of psychotropic drugs, 444kg of tramadol, 25.2kg of rohypnol, 242.82kg of diazepam injections, 36kg of bromazepam and 20.2 litres of codeine syrup.

Among the most notable operations was the interception of two articulated trucks on April 11 along the Auchi-Abuja Road.

The vehicles were found carrying 483 sacks of skunk cannabis weighing 7,245kg, concealed among alcoholic beverages, with five suspects arrested.

In a separate operation on April 22, officers flagged down another truck along the Lagos-Benin Road.

The vehicle, branded with the Nigeria Labour Congress insignia, was discovered to be transporting tramadol and other psychotropic substances weighing 748.02kg, leading to the arrest of two suspects.

Beyond arrests and seizures, the command reported progress in prosecutions, securing five convictions and filing four new cases within the month. Ofoyeju added that 89 drug-related cases are currently pending before the Federal High Court in Benin City.

The agency also expanded its rehabilitation and prevention efforts, providing counselling to 13 individuals and continuing treatment programmes for 12 others.

Seven sensitisation campaigns were conducted to raise awareness about the dangers of substance abuse.

Ofoyeju reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to dismantling drug trafficking cartels in Edo State and intensifying community engagement. He also commended the NDLEA Chairman, Buba Marwa, for sustained support in strengthening operations.

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The NDLEA Edo drug seizures highlight a determined and escalating effort by authorities to curb narcotics trafficking and reduce the impact of drug abuse across the state.

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Police Arrest Convicted Drug Dealer, Rescue 14-Year-Old Boy in Bauchi

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14 hours ago

October 27, 2026

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Bauchi drug dealer arrest leads to the rescue of a 14-year-old boy allegedly used as a drug courier and the recovery of suspected illicit substances

The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 22-year-old convicted drug dealer and rescued a 14-year-old boy who was allegedly being used to deliver illicit drugs in the state.

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The command said operatives of its Violent Crimes Response Unit intercepted the teenager during a routine patrol and recovered a granular whitish substance suspected to be methamphetamine.

The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Nafiu Habib, disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday.

According to Habib, the operatives, led by the unit’s officer-in-charge, intercepted the minor, identified as Samuel Nkemakolan Kosi, at about 11 am on October 26, 2026, while he was allegedly on his way to deliver the suspected drug, also known as Ice, to a customer.

The statement said the teenager told investigators that he had been sent by Samuel Ogochukwu, a 22-year-old convicted drug dealer, to make the delivery.

“Upon interrogation, the minor confessed that he was sent by one Samuel Ogochukwu, 22 years old, a convicted drug dealer, to make the delivery,” Habib said.

Following the information, detectives traced Ogochukwu to his location and arrested him.

A search of the suspect’s shop and residence reportedly led to the recovery of 3.5 grammes of a substance suspected to be methamphetamine, 17 sachets of 100mg tramadol capsules, five sachets of 300mg pregabalin capsules and seven sachets of diazepam.

The police also recovered 12 Exol tablets, two wraps of a substance known as Yellow Boys and one sachet of Shine Shine Leather.

Habib said the principal suspect told investigators that he received supplies of illicit drugs through waybills from Onitsha, Anambra State.

The police spokesman added that the 14-year-old had been handled in accordance with juvenile best practices and would be reunited with his family after counselling.

“The 14-year-old minor has been handled in line with juvenile best practices and will be reunited with his family after counselling, while the principal suspect will be charged to court upon completion of investigation,” the statement said.

The Commissioner of Police in Bauchi State, Sani-Omolori Aliyu, commended the operatives for their work and urged the public to remain alert to criminal activity.

According to Habib, the commissioner said four major drug busts and subsequent convictions recorded within 10 days demonstrated the command’s continued efforts to combat drug trafficking.