In a major crackdown on drug trafficking, the Edo State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested an 18-year-old Nigerien and two other suspects for possession and transportation of illicit substances.
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According to a report by the Daily Post, the State Commander of the NDLEA, Mitchell Ofoyefu, made the announcement during the agency's monthly operational scorecard presentation held in Benin City.
Ofoyefu revealed that the Nigerien suspect, Mohammed Isah, was apprehended in the Oluku area of Benin. Seized from him were multiple hard drugs, including 4 grams of methamphetamine, 54 grams of cannabis sativa, 6 grams of Tramadol (100mg), and 28 grams of Exol-5.
Two additional suspects were also arrested in a separate operation based on intelligence. Identified as Isaac Israel, 33, from Abak in Akwa Ibom State, and 19-year-old Precious Zion, a female from Ogba Local Government Area in Rivers State, they were linked to the interception of 74.5 bags of cannabis weighing 1,115kg in Oke community, Uhunmwonde LGA.
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Highlighting the growing link between drug trafficking and violent crimes, Ofoyefu stressed that tackling drug abuse is crucial to Governor Monday Okpebholo’s wider security goals, particularly against kidnapping and cultism.
“The negative impact of drug trafficking on local economies, investment potential, and the burden on healthcare and law enforcement will be minimized with proactive drug control,” he stated.
He reiterated NDLEA’s commitment to eradicating drug-related crimes and protecting youths from addiction. The commander further called for stronger community cooperation and better resource allocation in the fight against illicit substances.
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With Edo becoming a critical battleground in Nigeria’s anti-drug war, NDLEA's renewed strategy aims to reinforce security and deter future offenses through consistent enforcement.
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