Nigerian authorities have recently made numerous drug seizures in different parts of the country, demonstrating their commitment to combating drug trafficking. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) announced the arrest of several individuals involved in this trafficking, as well as the confiscation of large quantities of illicit drugs.
In Kano region, Nura Abdullahi and Tahir Muhammad Mukhtar were apprehended with 5,404,000 tramadol 250mg pills. This substance, often diverted from its medical use, is known for its addictive effects and its harmful consequences on health. The seizure of this large quantity of pills demonstrates the scale of the problem of trafficking of drugs containing tramadol in Nigeria.
The fight against drugs is not limited to Kano as other arrests have been made in different parts of the country. In Lagos, Ali Abubakar and Murtala Sani were arrested with 110 kg of Indian hemp, a drug common in many parts of the world. In Abuja, law enforcement seized 2,800 bottles of codeine-based cough syrup. This medication, often abused, is regularly diverted for recreational uses.
The NDLEA also carried out operations in Taraba State, where a suspect named Ike Emmanuel was arrested with 100,510 opioid pills. Opioids are highly addictive substances that cause serious health and addiction problems.
Finally, in Abia State, Joseph Isiguzoro was arrested in possession of 34,200 opioid pills, as well as cash worth 2,885,045 Naira (approximately 7,000 euros). . This arrest demonstrates the often observed link between drug trafficking and money laundering.
The Chairman of the NDLEA, retired General Buba Marwa, commended the hard work of the security forces in these various operations. This intensification of efforts to combat drug trafficking in Nigeria is an important step in protecting public health and the safety of citizens.
It is important to emphasize that these seizures and arrests only reflect part of the scale of drug trafficking in Nigeria. The NDLEA continues to work tirelessly to dismantle the criminal networks involved in this illicit trade and to protect the population from the dangers of drugs.