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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.

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

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Nasarawa Police Launch Forest Offensive Against Bandits

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11 hours ago

October 21, 2026

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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.

Also read: Laide Bakare Rejects Eniola Badmus’ ‘Fake’ Apology

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.