Drug Lord in Ikoyi Prison Attempts Cocaine Export to UK
The NDLEA has thwarted an attempt by convicted drug kingpin Olashupo Michael Oladimeji to export 1.10kg of cocaine to London while serving a five-year sentence at Ikoyi Correctional Centre.
Category : Drug Enforcement
NDLEA Officer Killed in Bonny Island Drug Raid
NDLEA operatives raided Ama Hausa drug enclave in Bonny Island, arresting 6 suspects including gang leader Genesis George Benson. Officer Sadiq Bako Mujahid was killed during violent attack by armed hoodlums.
Nigerian Shot Dead in South Africa Anti-Drug Operation
A Nigerian man identified as Rugert was fatally shot during an anti-drug operation in Windsor East, Johannesburg, involving ActionSA's mayoral candidate Xolani Khumalo.
Customs Officers Ambushed by Drug Smugglers in Ogun
Suspected armed drug traffickers launched a coordinated attack on Nigeria Customs Service personnel in Ogun State, critically injuring two officers during an interception operation.
Drug Abuse Fuels Terrorism and Crime in North Nigeria
The Coalition of Northern Groups warns that rising drug abuse in Northern Nigeria is fueling terrorism, banditry, and kidnappings, calling for student-led change.
Marwa Sets 2026 NDLEA Targets for Drug War
NDLEA Chairman Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa has outlined 2026 operational goals, urging commanders to dismantle drug cartels and intensify sensitization efforts nationwide.
NDLEA Boss Orders Total Clampdown on Drug Cartels
NDLEA Chairman Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa directs commanders to dismantle drug cartels nationwide, emphasizing supply reduction and community sensitization for 2026 operations.
NDLEA Arrests Wanted Drug Kingpin After 12 Years
NDLEA operatives have finally arrested Lekan Jimoh, a drug kingpin wanted for the 2014 murder of three officers. He was caught in Ogun State with 69kg of skunk. Read the full story.
Wanted Drug Kingpin Kanmo-Kanmo Arrested After 12 Years
NDLEA operatives arrest notorious drug lord Lekan Jimoh 'Kanmo-Kanmo' 12 years after he orchestrated the murder of three officers. Separate operations lead to more arrests and drug seizures across Nigeria.
NDLEA arrests 3, seizes 1.6 tonnes of cannabis in Ogun
NDLEA Ogun Command arrests three suspects with 115 bags of cannabis sativa in Mowe. The 1,600kg bust highlights the agency's intensified crackdown on drug trafficking in the state. Read the full report.
Fatal Drug 200 Times Stronger Than Heroin Hits London
A lethal synthetic opioid, cychlorphine, suspected in at least 13 deaths in London, is being mixed into street drugs. Authorities warn users and urge carrying naloxone. Read more.
NDLEA arrests 3, seizes 115 bags of cannabis in Ogun
NDLEA operatives in Ogun State have arrested three suspects and confiscated 115 bags of cannabis weighing 1.6 tonnes in Mowe. The intelligence-led raid sends a strong warning to drug traffickers. Read more.
U.S. AFRICOM, NDLEA Pledge Enhanced Drug War Collaboration
A high-level U.S. AFRICOM delegation met with NDLEA Chairman Marwa in Abuja, commending the agency's work and pledging deeper collaboration, including new projects and training, to combat drug trafficking.
NDLEA Proposes Strategy to Curb Drug Abuse in Universities
NDLEA reveals a primary control strategy to prevent drug abuse among new university students. Niger State Commander details alarming campus trends and past successful interventions. Read more.
NDLEA arrests 80-year-old ex-convict, seizes drugs in mannequins
NDLEA's nationwide crackdown leads to the arrest of an 80-year-old repeat drug offender and the seizure of narcotics concealed in mannequins. Read the full report on the agency's latest victories.
NDLEA arrests 80-year-old repeat drug offender
NDLEA arrests 80-year-old Jeremiah Nkanta with 5.7kg skunk in Akwa Ibom, part of nationwide crackdown seizing drugs in Oyo, Edo, Niger, Taraba & Adamawa. Read the full report.
NDLEA arrests 65-year-old drug kingpin, seizes illicit drugs
NDLEA arrests female kingpin Fatima Ilori, seizes cocaine, skunk, and tramadol across multiple states in major drug busts. Read the full details of the nationwide crackdown.
Air Force Arrests 6 Drug Suspects in Lagos, Hands to NDLEA
The Nigerian Air Force has arrested six drug suspects in Lagos and recovered cocaine, codeine, and other narcotics. The suspects were handed over to the NDLEA in a major inter-agency operation. Read the full details.
NDLEA arrests 22 Indians, seizes drugs in coffee, books
NDLEA intercepts cocaine, ketamine, and skunk in major operations across Lagos, Oyo, Borno, and other states. 22 Indian crew members and a female kingpin arrested. Read the full details of the agency's crackdown.
NDLEA Niger Rehabilitates 299 Drug Addicts in 2025
Niger State NDLEA Command successfully rehabilitated 299 drug addicts and arrested 125 dealers in 2025. Commander Gwadabawa credits officers' dedication and calls for more logistics support.
30.1kg Cocaine Seized at Apapa Port by NDLEA, Customs
NDLEA and Customs intercept 30.1kg of cocaine hidden on a Marshall Islands vessel at Lagos's Apapa Port. This marks the third major drug bust in weeks. Read more.
Major Cocaine Shipment Intercepted at Apapa Port
Nigeria Customs and NDLEA intercept 30.1kg of cocaine concealed on a vessel at Lagos's Apapa Port. A major victory in the fight against drug trafficking. Read the full story.
NCS, NDLEA Intercept 30.1kg Cocaine at Apapa Port
Nigerian authorities intercept 30.1kg of cocaine hidden on a Marshall Islands-flagged vessel at Lagos's Apapa Port. This marks the third major drug bust in weeks. Read the full details.
Alleged Sinaloa Cartel Leader Arrested in Mexico
Pedro Inzunza Noriega, a senior figure in the Sinaloa cartel wanted by the US for fentanyl trafficking, has been arrested in Mexico. US authorities charged him with narco-terrorism. Read the full story.
NDLEA arrests man, seizes 347kg cannabis in Abeokuta
NDLEA Ogun State Command arrests Fatokun Rahmon, 49, for storing 347kg of cannabis sativa in a Rounda warehouse. The agency also reports major 2025 seizures and convictions. Read the full details.
Ex-Convict Re-Arrested Over UK-Bound Cocaine in Starch
NDLEA arrests a previously convicted drug trafficker, Nwobodo Chidiebere Basil, and three cargo agents over 1.50kg cocaine hidden in liquid starch sachets bound for the UK from Lagos airport. Read the full story.
NDLEA nabs female drug lord, seizes N5bn cocaine
NDLEA operatives arrest Simbiat Shodunke, a key syndicate member, with 23.5kg of cocaine hidden in her kids' room in Lagos. Agency intercepts Italy-bound opioids in nationwide crackdown.
Marwa: School Drug Tests to Curb Youth Substance Abuse
NDLEA boss Brig.-Gen. Mohammed Buba Marwa (rtd) defends new compulsory drug tests for students, calling it a strategic move to protect youths. Learn about the partnership with Taraba State University.
NDLEA Niger Convicts 100+ Drug Offenders in 2025
Niger State NDLEA commander reveals over 100 convictions and massive drug seizures from Jan-Nov 2025. Public intelligence key to success. Read the full report.
Ogun Customs Seizes ₦2.6B Drugs, Contraband
Nigeria Customs Service in Ogun intercepts heroin, cannabis, spaghetti, and oil worth billions in major crackdown. Read details of the intelligence-led operations.
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