The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has reiterated its warning to all travelers, advising them against carrying any luggage they did not personally pack or whose contents they are not fully aware of. This advisory, released over the weekend, comes amid growing concerns about unsuspecting travelers being implicated in drug trafficking cases. The agency
Lagos/Ilorin, June 23, 2025 – Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have successfully arrested a 43‑year‑old makeup artist and a 22‑year‑old polytechnic student in separate drug busts, seizing a combined total of 3.2 kg of illicit substances. At Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Ikeja, Lagos, NDLEA agents arrested Adekoya Adebukonla Mary as she
This morning in Ilorin, the Kwara State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), in partnership with the Kwara State Drug Control Committee and the Office of the First Lady, held a well-attended press briefing to commemorate this year’s International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. The event, graced by officials and
Port Harcourt, Nigeria – June 15, 2025 Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a businessman attempting to board a flight to Iran at the Port Harcourt International Airport, Rivers State, for allegedly ingesting 53 wraps of cocaine. The suspect, whose identity was not immediately disclosed, was intercepted during routine security
In a fresh push to combat drug abuse among youths in Kano State, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), through its Strategic Command in the state, has announced a partnership with Mazaje Traditional Sport Promotion Limited, the promoters of the indigenous boxing sport known as “dambe.” The collaboration was formalised during a courtesy visit
Calabar, June 12, 2025 The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has announced the seizure of a massive 2,687 tonnes of cannabis sativa in Cross River State, in what authorities described as one of the largest drug interceptions in recent times. According to a statement by the NDLEA spokesperson, the illicit consignment was uncovered during
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted a consignment of illicit psychoactive substances deceptively packaged as green tea, raising fresh concerns over the evolving tactics of drug traffickers in Nigeria. Spokesperson for the agency, Femi Babafemi, disclosed the development on Sunday via a post on X (formerly Twitter), alerting Nigerians to be extra
The Oyo/Osun Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced significant successes in its anti-smuggling operations, including the interception of illicit drugs which have now been formally handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). Speaking at a press briefing held at the Command Headquarters in Ibadan, the Customs Area Controller,
In a show of federal solidarity and institutional collaboration, the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has lauded the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for their united and intensified efforts in combating the influx and abuse
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has uncovered a well-coordinated drug trafficking syndicate using unsuspecting Hajj pilgrims as drug mules en route to Saudi Arabia. This major breakthrough followed the arrest of two intending pilgrims at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA), Kano, on May 26, 2025, during the outward clearance process for
