Tag: Ndlea
2025 biggest drug bust: NDLEA smashes ‘Ghost trafficker’, seizes N7.8bn worth of Narcotics
The statement said after three years on the run, 36-year-old Sunday Ibigide, once described by officials as a “ghost trafficker,”…
Drug war: Why President Tinubu ‘ll continue to strengthen NDLEA – NSA Ribadu, AGF Fagbemi
The National Security Adviser Mallam Nuhu Ribadu has said that the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will continue to…
NDLEA raids Kano drug dens, arrests 49 suspects
“The command also raided Kano Line Motor Park and Tashar Rami Motor Park in Na’ibawa, where 15 suspects were apprehended,”…
Wanted General Overseer Adefolusho arrested in Lagos for cross-border drug trafficking
The arrest came after he had evaded arrest twice and fled to Ghana to hide since June when operatives started…
NDLEA, Indian agency partner in war against drugs
“We will very much appreciate sharing from your experiences and knowledge and your support on training for our officers,” Marwa…
NDLEA, India’s NCB join efforts against illicit shipments of tramadol, others to Nigeria
In his remarks at the meeting, Marwa noted the threat posed to public health and security by illicit drugs in…
Lagos drug cartel loses 80-bed hotel, vehicles, other assets to FG
The forfeiture of the hotels and other assets by the drug cartel was another high-impact breakthrough in the NDLEA's ongoing…
Couple sentenced to 22 years imprisonment for drug trafficking in Lagos
Aliyu Abubakar, 25; and Adekunle Agbabiaka, 30, were aron Saturday 2nd August.businessman Ajah Johnson Uchenna and his wife Rosemary Uchenna…
Wheelchair drug Queen, six others slammed with 93-year cumulative jail term in Edo
Rita Idehen, who appeared before Justice Obiozor in charge number FHC/B/114C/2022, was found guilty of unlawful possession and dealing in…
NDLEA arrests 225 suspects, secures 22 convictions in Osun
“Over 654.424kg narcotics comprising; 502.932kg Cannabis Sativa, 3.4kg Cocaine, 62.692kg psychotropic substance and 85.4kg Methamphetamine were also seized in the…
Drug lords on the run! NDLEA raids warehouses, busts smugglers in national offensive
In Borno, NDLEA operatives at Muhammadu Buhari International Airport in Maiduguri intercepted 160 tramadol pills concealed in footwear, arresting passenger…
NDLEA smashes drug ring, uncovers Cocaine, Tramadol hidden in car mirrors
In the first operation, he disclosed that NDLEA agents discovered 71 vehicle side mirrors packed with narcotics, bound for Libreville,…
How ‘Big Boss’ Jeff fell: NDLEA drags elusive Meth lord to Court
Jeff who was alleged to be Head of a Drug Trafficking Organisation (DTO) was on INTERPOL Wanted Red list before…
Chinese bizman, 80-yr-old grandma arrested as NDLEA seizes Colos in moimoi sachets
While commending the officers and men of MMIA, Apapa, Lagos, Cross River, Edo, Ondo, Nasarawa, Borno, Niger, Ogun, Gombe, Kaduna…
Drug dealers kill NDLEA officer during raid in Ondo
The Police Public Relations Officer in Ondo State, Olayinka Ayanlade, confirmed the incident.
PSC seeks NDLEA support to conduct drug integrity test for police recruits
We are prepared across all our commands all over the country with high quality test kits that will give you…
Senate seeks N200m compensation for child killed by NDLEA stray bullet
The second younger child Eromonsele Omhonria had bullet into his eyes that has rendered that child almost blind.
NDLEA smashes notorious drug kingpin ‘Warri Kinsman’ with 414kg of Canadian Loud
The discovery was made at the airport's export shed on Friday, July 4. A freight agent, Bolarinwa Saheed, was arrested…
NDLEA busts Cocaine hidden in Lipsticks, documents headed for UK, Saudi
According to NDLEA spokespersons, the concealment methods, using beauty products and official property documents, reflect a dangerous new trend among…
Kwara Boils: Protesters burn NDLEA office, vandalise Emir’s palace
Most of the protesters were youths. In a video clip, they were seen chanting songs and holding placards, asking the…
Ex – NIgerian footballer, 4 others arrested over 22.6kg cocaine, meth seized at MMIA, AIIA
A 72-year-old grandma Mrs. Christy Ejaro was on Tuesday 24th June arrested by NDLEA operatives at Niger CAT area of…
NDLEA tasks private sector over fight against drug abuse
“ We’re fighting drug abuse and we’re getting it right, with available statistics to show for it, thanks to the…
NDLEA seizes N777m worth of illicit drugs in Edo
“We have a responsibility under the law to protect every citizen through comprehensive drug supply control and prevention interventions,” the…
Woman going to India for fibroid surgery arrested with 2.20kg cocaine at MMIA
Illicit substances seized include: Colorado, Loud, Molly, Tramadol and other opioids. Another raid at a provision shop at Idumeka Igueben…
NDLEA CEO, Marwa loses mother-in-law, Hajiya Zainab Hussain
We pray that Allah (SWT) forgives her shortcomings, grants her eternal rest, and admits her into Aljannatul Firdaus.
NDLEA arrests 23 suspects in Kano drug Bust
"We urge the public to support these efforts by remaining vigilant and reporting any suspicious activities, as collective action is…
Iran-bound businessman arrested at PH airport for ingesting 53 wraps of cocaine
Barely two weeks after operatives of the National Drug Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA)…
Swallowed Cocaine, busted at Airport: Iran-bound Nigerian nabbed with 53 wraps in his belly
Among the most shocking incidents was the arrest of a businessman, Ezemokwe Chukwuebuka Christian, at the Port Harcourt International Airport,…
Enugu drug crime: NDLEA collaborates with GSM service providers
Enugu State NDLEA Commander, Mr Abel Wadahi, revealed alarming statistics, stating that more than 400,000 people, mostly youths, were involved…
NDLEA arrests 2 young ladies with over 108kg Skunk, Loud, Colorado, Meth in Edo
seizure made on Thursday 5th June 2025 was based on credible intelligence received ahead of the arrival of the consignment…