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NDLEA Uncovers Dangerous Drug Smuggling Network in Lagos

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5 months ago

June 7, 2026

NDLEA drug smuggling network Lagos uncovered as operatives seize ketamine, ecstasy and ammunition in coordinated nationwide raids

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has uncovered a suspected drug smuggling network after intercepting illicit substances concealed inside water purifier machines shipped from the Netherlands to Lagos, in a major nationwide crackdown on narcotics and arms trafficking.

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According to a statement issued on Sunday by NDLEA Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, the seizure was made on May 26, 2026, at a courier facility in Lagos.

The NDLEA drug smuggling network Lagos operation led to the discovery of three kilograms of ketamine and 199 grams of MDMA, also known as ecstasy, carefully hidden within imported water purification equipment.

In separate operations across the country, NDLEA operatives recorded multiple arrests and significant seizures, including in Kaduna State where a couple, Musa Sunday and Mercy Sunday, alongside another suspect, Salomi Ezekiel, were arrested after 1,246 kilograms of skunk were recovered from their residence in the Gonin Gora area.

On the Abuja–Kaduna Highway, officers intercepted a suspect, Sunusi Musa, with 380 rounds of 7.62mm military-grade ammunition allegedly bound for Katsina State. The suspect and the ammunition were handed over to relevant security agencies for further investigation.

In Niger State, a warehouse raid in Gidan Kukah, Bosso Local Government Area, led to the recovery of 457 kilograms of skunk, while another suspect, Godwin Zakka, was later arrested in connection with the seizure.

In Enugu State, NDLEA operatives intercepted a commercial vehicle on the Onitsha–Enugu Expressway carrying 22,000 tramadol pills, 100 ampoules of pentazocine, and 200 grams of bromazepam. One suspect, James Maigari Wisdom, was arrested during the operation.

Beyond enforcement, the agency said it continues to intensify its War Against Drug Abuse (WADA) campaign across schools, religious centres, workplaces, and communities nationwide.

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the NDLEA, Brigadier-General Mohamed Buba Marwa (retd.), commended officers involved in the operations and urged sustained efforts to curb drug trafficking while strengthening public sensitisation.

He stressed the need to reduce both drug supply and demand as part of a broader national strategy to combat substance abuse and organised crime.

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The latest operations underscore what the agency describes as an escalating battle against sophisticated trafficking methods and cross-border criminal networks.

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Nasarawa Police Launch Forest Offensive Against Bandits

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23 hours ago

October 21, 2026

Peculiar Adirika

Nasarawa police operation targets kidnappers, bandits and armed robbers in forest hideouts, with tactical teams deployed across three sectors.

The Nasarawa State Police Command has launched a special security operation targeting bandits, kidnappers, armed robbers and other criminal groups operating in forests across the state.

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The Commissioner of Police, CP Shetima Mohammed, flagged off the exercise in Lafia on Wednesday, October 21, before leading officers towards Alagye Forest in Doma Local Government Area.

Mohammed said the operation followed a directive from the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, aimed at strengthening security and restoring lasting peace across Nasarawa State.

He disclosed that tactical squads, anti-kidnapping units and intelligence operatives had been deployed to identified security flashpoints and forest corridors considered vulnerable to criminal activity.

According to the police commissioner, the operation is expected to continue until the end of December, with officers instructed to carry out their duties professionally and comply strictly with the rules of engagement.

To improve coordination and coverage, the command has divided the state into three operational sectors.

Sector A, covering the Lafia zone, is headed by ACP Lamidu Alkali, Squadron Commander of MOPOL 58 in Lafia. Sector B, covering the Akwanga zone, is led by ACP Kadir Umar, Squadron Commander of MOPOL 38 in Akwanga.

Sector C, which covers the Keffi zone, is under ACP Olobekga Saligo, Squadron Commander of MOPOL 69 in Toto.

The Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations, DCP Sanusi Jidda, will coordinate activities across the three sectors to support the dismantling of criminal camps and improve the effectiveness of the operation.

Mohammed urged residents to assist the security agencies by providing timely and credible information about suspicious movements and activities in their communities.

He assured the public that information supplied to the police would be treated confidentially and encouraged residents to remain law-abiding while continuing their legitimate activities.

The commissioner reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting lives and property as the operation gets underway.

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The success of the Nasarawa police operation will depend on effective intelligence gathering, coordination among security teams and cooperation from local communities. The command has yet to disclose details of arrests, weapons recovered or other operational results.