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NDLEA Drug Trafficking Case Exposes Shocking Conspiracy

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1 year ago

August 26, 2025

NDLEA drug trafficking case in Lagos charges two businessmen with cannabis and MDMA offences, exposing a major conspiracy in Nigeria’s narcotics fight

The NDLEA drug trafficking case against two Lagos businessmen has taken a dramatic turn after prosecutors filed a three-count charge involving conspiracy and narcotics offences.

Also read: NDLEA Arrests Drug Kingpin, Seizes Billions in Narcotics

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) accused Ejike Okolo, 38, and Uchendu Abel Chukwuka, 31, of conspiring to traffic 118.5 kilogrammes of cannabis sativa on March 16, 2025, in Lagos State.

Prosecutors also alleged their involvement in the trafficking of 100 grams of MDMA (Molly), both classified as psychotropic substances.

According to the charge sheet marked FHC/L/516C/25, the offences fall under Section 14(b) of the NDLEA Act, Cap N30, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004, as amended in 2024.

The businessmen were further accused of coordinating the illegal transportation and delivery of 128 kilogrammes of cannabis sativa without lawful authority, in violation of Section 20(1)(a)&(g).

The NDLEA described the matter as a serious conspiracy threatening Nigeria’s drug control efforts. If convicted, the defendants face severe penalties.

The case is fixed for arraignment on September 25, 2025, with trial scheduled to begin on November 3 and 4, 2025 before the Federal High Court in Lagos.

Also read: NDLEA, Ministry of Agriculture Collaboration Gains Support

This unfolding NDLEA drug trafficking case underscores the agency’s relentless pursuit of justice in curbing narcotics crimes across Nigeria.

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Police Arrest 41-Year-Old Over Murder of Bayelsa Sand Dealer

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1 day ago

November 10, 2026

Mariam Balogun

The Nigeria Police Force has arrested a 41-year-old man, Somkiemi Tommy, over the alleged murder of a sand business operator, Thankgod Kalaba, in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State.

The Force Public Relations Officer, Chief Superintendent of Police Ani Iniedu, disclosed the arrest in a statement on Monday.

According to the police, Kalaba was allegedly murdered after visiting a river on October 29, 2026. His body was reportedly tied to a boat and submerged in the water.

Iniedu said the police began investigating the incident after receiving a report about the victim’s disappearance and suspected murder.

Preliminary findings reportedly indicated that the victim had been trailed and killed by Tommy.

The police spokesperson added that the suspect allegedly tied Kalaba’s body to a boat before submerging it in the river in an attempt to conceal the crime.

He said the suspect was arrested by police operatives working in collaboration with youths in Yenaka.

“Acting on the report, police operatives, in collaboration with Yenaka youths, successfully arrested the suspect,” Iniedu stated.

Tommy is currently in police custody, while the Criminal Investigation Department has commenced further investigations into the circumstances surrounding the killing.

The police said the investigation would establish the events leading to Kalaba’s death and determine whether other individuals were involved.

The suspect is expected to face prosecution if the allegations are established by investigators.

The police have yet to disclose the motive behind the alleged murder.