{
  "id": 19764754,
  "title": "NDLEA arrests 2 suspected drug traffickers in Edo",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/13/ndlea-arrests-2-suspected-drug-traffickers-in-edo",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-13T03:59:42.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Trust",
    "slug": "daily-trust",
    "url": "https://dailytrust.com/ndlea-arrests-2-suspected-drug-traffickers-in-edo/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a recent raid conducted by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Edo State, two suspected drug traffickers were apprehended. The operation took place on Ihama Road, GRA, in Benin City, targeting a notorious drug location. The suspects, Omoreghan Paul, 26, and Omoruyi Osarobo, along with Obed Osagie, were arrested during the search. The command also seized 3.17 grammes of Cannabis Lou and six cylinders of nitrous oxide.\n\nThe State Commander of the NDLEA, Mitchell Ofoyeju, revealed that the raid was executed based on an order from the agency’s Chairman and CEO, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (retd.), aimed at targeting drug dealers and commercial sex workers who allegedly provide cover for illicit drug activities. Ofoyeju stated that the directive has produced positive results and that the operation will continue to be intensified and sustained. He emphasized that no stone will be left unturned to ensure a drug-free Edo State.\n\nOfoyeju assured the residents that the command would persist with the operation, warning that drug traffickers and dealers have no escape in the state. He reiterated the agency’s commitment to the mandate of eliminating illicit substances from Edo State and appealed to stakeholders to support its efforts.",
  "summary": "The Edo State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested two suspected drug traffickers during a raid on a notorious drug spot on Ihama Road, GRA, Benin City. The command also recovered 3.17 grammes of Cannabis Loud and six cylinders of nitrous oxide during the operation. The suspects were identified as […]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}