NDLEA arrests five suspects, destroys cannabis farm in Edo
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, Edo State Command, have arrested five suspected drug traffickers and destroyed a cannabis plantation during separate operations in the state. The Edo State Commander of the agency, Dr Mitchell Ofoyeju, disclosed this to newsmen on Monday, August 24, 2026. Ofoyeju said a specialised team from the command’s […] NDLEA arrests five…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, in Ogun State, has carried out a major crackdown on drug black spots, arresting 12 individuals. Under its "Operation Restore Order," the agency launched a nationwide coordinated operation to dismantle drug trafficking networks. Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa, the former Chairman and CEO of NDLEA, revealed that the operation targeted several known drug hotspots in Abeokuta, Ogun State.
These areas included Mayas, Maiami, Panseke, Onion Market, Eleweran, MKO Stadium Kuto Park, and WAPCO, Lafenwa. According to the Public Relations Officer, Haris Musa, the arrests included one woman and eleven men. Musa emphasized the agency's commitment to protecting communities and eradicating illicit drug activities. He stated that the coordinated operations aim to disrupt drug trafficking, dismantle networks, and reclaim public spaces from drug abuse.
The NDLEA continues its efforts to dismantle drug black spots and maintain law and order in Ogun State.
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