{
  "id": 358563,
  "title": "NDLEA alerts parents after uncovering drugs in cookies, gummies",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/09/ndlea-alerts-parents-after-uncovering-drugs-in-cookies-gummies",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-09T08:30:15.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/ndlea-alerts-parents-after-uncovering-drugs-in-cookies-gummies/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has warned parents to be vigilant about their children's consumption of cookies and gummies, as these seemingly harmless snacks may contain illicit substances. In a recent statement, NDLEA's Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, revealed that the agency's officers intercepted two 40-foot containers at the Tin Can Island Port in Lagos. The containers were filled with cannabis-infused products, including thousands of Delta-8 cannabis pre-roll cookies and packs of cannabis-infused gummies. The estimated street value of these items was approximately ₦373.8 million. The products, which originated from the United States, were cleverly packaged to resemble ordinary vegan snacks with enticing flavors. NDLEA officials emphasized that the attractive packaging could particularly appeal to children, students, and young people, posing a significant public health threat due to the concentrated cannabis content.",
  "summary": "NDLEA warns parents about illicit drugs disguised as cookies and gummies after major seizures. Learn how to protect your children from cannabis-infused sna Read More: https://punchng.com/ndlea-alerts-parents-after-uncovering-drugs-in-cookies-gummies/",
  "key_points": [
    "NDLEA warns parents about illicit drugs in cookies and gummies.",
    "Two 40-foot containers intercepted at Tin Can Island Port.",
    "Products from US valued at ₦373.8 million, targeting children."
  ],
  "editors_take": "The NDLEA's discovery of cannabis-infused cookies and gummies highlights a new tactic by traffickers to target vulnerable populations, particularly children and young people, with cleverly packaged illicit substances.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "NDLEA alerts parents after uncovering drugs in cookies, gummies",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/09/ndlea-alerts-parents-after-uncovering-drugs-in-cookies-gummies-359717",
        "published": "2026-08-09T08:50:15.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}