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Four Nigerians Arrested in India for Drug Trafficking

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10 months ago

December 29, 2025

Four Nigerians arrested in India over drug trafficking; authorities seize cocaine and heroin amid expanding anti-narcotics operations

No fewer than four Nigerians have been arrested in India over drug-related offences during separate operations carried out between Thursday and Saturday.

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The arrests took place in different parts of the country as part of coordinated anti-narcotics initiatives.

The suspects include 37-year-old Tanguy Nguessan, Touchi, Henry, and IK Prince.

According to the Free Press Journal, Nguessan was arrested by the Tulinj Police Detection Team and the Anti-Terrorism Cell during a raid in the Pragati Nagar area of Nalasopara East, following a tip-off that he intended to traffic drugs.

Officers recovered 60 grams of cocaine, valued at approximately ₹12.6 million (around N205 million on the international market).

Nguessan is currently in police custody while investigations continue.

In Rajasthan, two Nigerians, identified as Touchi and Henry, were arrested over the trafficking of MD drugs.

Police reports indicate the arrests followed raids in Faridabad, Haryana, and Delhi, with further investigation revealing the suspects were living illegally in India using forged documents.

Authorities also recovered a list of alleged drug dealers operating in Jaipur and other parts of the state.

In a separate operation, IK Prince, described as a major drug trafficking kingpin, was arrested by the Anti-Narcotics Task Force in Delhi’s Sadar Bazaar area on Thursday.

Prince was later remanded in judicial custody in Mathura.

Police linked him to a heroin network following the October arrest of two associates found with 1.045 kilograms of heroin.

During the operation, 1.8 kilograms of heroin, valued between ₹6 and ₹8 crore, were seized.

Authorities have informed the Nigerian Embassy and are investigating the wider network connected to the arrests.

The Gorakhpur unit of the Anti-Narcotics Task Force also arrested two other suspects, Chhedi Yadav and Arun Singh, recovering 530 grams of heroin, signalling a growing interstate trafficking network.

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The arrests come amid heightened scrutiny of Nigerians living abroad and ongoing efforts by Indian authorities to curb drug-related crime.

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Katsina Governor Mourns Slain Cleric, Demands Probe

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4 hours ago

October 27, 2026

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Sheikh Yahaya Masussuka was killed in Katsina alongside an associate. Governor Dikko Radda has condemned the attack and called for a thorough investigation

Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, has condemned the killing of Islamic cleric Sheikh Yahaya Masussuka and his associate, calling on security agencies to investigate the attack and bring those responsible to justice.

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The cleric was reportedly shot dead alongside his associate by unidentified gunmen riding a motorcycle outside his residence in Dutsin-Ma Local Government Area of Katsina State on Monday night, October 26, 2026.

In a statement issued on Monday by his Chief Press Secretary, Ibrahim Mohammed, Radda said he was shocked by the incident and extended his condolences to the deceased’s family, the Islamic community and others affected by the killings.

The governor urged security agencies to intensify efforts to establish the circumstances surrounding the attack, identify the suspects and ensure their arrest and prosecution.

“Those behind this heinous act must be brought to justice. I urge the relevant security agencies to conduct a thorough investigation and ensure that the perpetrators face the full weight of the law,” Radda said.

He also appealed to residents to remain calm, cooperate with security agencies and provide credible information that could assist investigators.

Radda cautioned against actions that could escalate tensions or threaten peace and security in the state.

Describing Masussuka as a religious leader committed to peaceful coexistence and interfaith harmony, the governor said the cleric’s teachings centred on the Qur’an, mutual understanding and peaceful relations among people of different faiths.

He added that Masussuka was known for speaking against violent extremism and radicalisation.

The governor urged the bereaved family to remain steadfast in their faith as they mourned their loss.

“I urge the bereaved family to take solace in the will of Almighty Allah and remain steadfast in faith during this difficult period. May Allah grant them the strength and patience to bear this painful loss,” he said.