NDLEA uncovers cocaine hidden in traditional ‘aso-ebi’ caps

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has uncovered a drug trafficking attempt involving cocaine concealed in traditional Nigerian ‘aso-ebi’ male caps and female headgears popularly called ‘fila’ and ‘gele’, respectively.

NDLEA spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, disclosed this via his official X handle on Sunday.

He warned Nigerians to exercise caution when asked to transport traditional wear abroad on behalf of others.

“In case you’re asked to help take as part of your luggage to Europe or elsewhere, any aso ebi fila and gele (traditional male cap and female headgear), the latest seizure of cocaine concealed in such materials uncovered by #ndlea_nigeria will make you think twice,” Babafemi wrote.