NDLEA Foils International Drug Smuggling Operations, Arrests Two Suspects

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has successfully intercepted multiple drug consignments concealed in prayer beads, board games, and female clothing destined for the United States, Saudi Arabia, Italy, and Poland. This latest operation, driven by intelligence-led investigations, also led to the arrest of two suspects at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos. Major […]

NDLEA Apprehends Notorious Auto Spare Parts Dealer Over 77.5kg Cocaine Trafficking Attempt

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has successfully apprehended Levi Chidiebele Ubodoeze, a wanted automobile spare parts trader, just three weeks after initiating a manhunt for his involvement in a foiled attempt to smuggle two kilograms of cocaine concealed in vehicle propellers to Angola. Major Drug Seizures Across Nigeria During a series of nationwide […]

NDLEA Achieves Milestone with 18,500 Arrests and 2.6mkg Drug Seizure in 2024

Discover how NDLEA achieved 18,500 arrests and seized 2.6 million kg of drugs in 2024, with support from the US government enhancing Nigeria’s anti-drug efforts. NDLEA’s Operational Successes in 2024 Highlight Effective Anti-Drug Efforts The Chairman of Nigeria’s National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Mohamed Marwa (retd.), has reaffirmed that the agency’s ongoing […]

NDLEA’s Historic Cocaine Bust: Over 2 Tons Seized, Properties Forfeited, and Drug Lords Jailed

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) achieved a groundbreaking victory against drug trafficking, seizing 2,139.55 kilograms of cocaine in a record-breaking operation in Ikorodu, Lagos, in 2022. Alongside this major haul, the agency apprehended four prominent drug traffickers and forfeited luxury properties, N67 million, and $50,000 tied to the cartel’s illicit trade. Court Judgments […]

NDLEA Arrests 284 Suspects, Seizes Over 5,232 Tons of Drugs in Kogi

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has announced significant achievements in its efforts to combat drug trafficking and abuse in Kogi State. Between January and December 2024, the agency arrested 284 suspects and seized over 5,232,575 kilograms of illicit drugs. It also confiscated counterfeit currency worth $2 million and ₦20.4 million in various denominations. […]

NDLEA Destroys Six-Hectare Indian Hemp Farm in Ogun State

The NDLEA Ogun State Command eradicated a six-hectare Indian hemp farm in Alaka village, arrested four suspects, and conducted successful operations against drug trafficking in 2024. In a determined effort to combat drug trafficking, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Ogun State Command, has destroyed a six-hectare Indian hemp farm located in Alaka village. […]

Christmas Drug Haul Disrupted: Multi-Million Dollar Meth and Cannabis Seized in Lagos

NDLEA disrupts major drug smuggling operation from Canada to Nigeria, seizing millions in methamphetamine and Loud cannabis hidden in car parts ahead of Christmas celebrations. In a significant breakthrough, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted a multi-million dollar Christmas drug haul, successfully thwarting an attempt to smuggle methamphetamine and Loud cannabis from […]

Nigerian Navy Transfers Arrested Drug Smugglers to NDLEA and Customs for Investigation

The Nigerian Navy’s Forward Operating Base (FOB) Ibaka in Akwa Ibom State has handed over three individuals apprehended for alleged drug smuggling to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS). This move aims to ensure comprehensive investigation and possible prosecution of the suspects. Seizure Details According to a statement […]