NDLEA seizes drugs hidden in carton walls, creams at Lagos airport
Operatives of the NDLEA intercepted illicit drugs hidden in various items at Lagos airport, thwarting international drug trafficking attempts.
NDLEA intercepts drugs hidden in winter jackets, cream at Lagos airport
Nigerian drug enforcement officials have seized drugs concealed in winter jackets and creams at Lagos airport, leading to several arrests.
VIDEO: NDLEA busts drugs hidden in parcels, warns travellers
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has issued a warning to travellers regarding the dangers of accepting parcels or luggage they did not personally pack, following a recent drug interception operation.
NDLEA seizes 510 blocks of cannabis, arrests suspect in Kano
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency in Kano, Nigeria, seized 510 blocks of cannabis and arrested a suspect ahead of Eid-al-Fitr.
Lagos court fines ship, 10 sailors $6m for cocaine smuggling —NDLEA
A Federal High Court in Lagos has fined a ship and ten Filipino sailors $6 million for their involvement in cocaine smuggling.
NDLEA arrests 39 suspected drug peddlers in Rivers
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency in Rivers State has arrested 39 suspected drug peddlers and secured 12 convictions over a four-month period.
NDLEA prosecutes 10 Filipinos and vessel for 20kg cocaine importation
Ten Filipino nationals and a vessel have been charged in Lagos for unlawfully importing 20 kilograms of cocaine into Nigeria.
NDLEA seizes 75,000 pregabalin capsules, 556 codeine bottles in Kano
The Nigerian National Drug Law Enforcement Agency intercepted a significant quantity of illicit drugs, including 75,000 pregabalin capsules and 556 bottles of codeine, in Kano as part of its ongoing efforts to combat drug abuse.
NDLEA arrests grandpa with cocaine hidden in pepper at Abuja airport
A 74-year-old man was arrested at Abuja's Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport for attempting to smuggle 11 kilograms of cocaine concealed in food items.
NDLEA raids drug joints in Kano, arrests 56 suspects
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency in Nigeria has arrested 56 suspects during a three-day operation targeting drug locations in Kano State.
Nigeria: Court Acquits Abba Kyari of 23-Count Asset Declaration Charge
The Federal High Court of Abuja has acquitted Abba Kyari of charges related to non-declaration of assets due to insufficient evidence from the prosecution.
NDLEA seizes 1,499 bottles of codeine syrup in Kano, arrest suspect
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency of Nigeria seized 1,499 bottles of codeine syrup in Kano and arrested a suspect involved in drug trafficking.
Five-year port drug seizures hit N3tn – Report
Over 2.5 million kilograms of illicit drugs valued at over N3 trillion were seized at Nigerian seaports from 2021 to 2025, according to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency.
NDLEA arrests fugitive drug kingpin after 15 years on the run
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has captured 58-year-old suspected drug kingpin Uzoma Valentine Ilomuanya, who had been on the run for over 15 years.
NDLEA arrests wanted drug kingpin after 13 years, busts Imo meth laboratory
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Nigeria has arrested a wanted drug kingpin, Reginald Peter Chidiebere, after he evaded capture for 13 years.
NDLEA arrests 19 suspects, seizes illicit substances in Kano
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency in Nigeria arrested 19 suspects in Kano during an operation targeting drug-related activities.
Nigeria: NDLEA Dismantles Drug Syndicate, Arrests Real Estate CEO, Grandma, Ivorian Mule
The NDLEA has arrested several individuals, including a real estate CEO and a grandma, who were involved in drug trafficking schemes using deceptive methods to smuggle opioids and cocaine.
NDLEA arrests real estate boss, Ivorian with drugs
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency arrested Kolapo Raji, a Lagos real estate developer, for drug-related offenses after recovering large quantities of cannabis from his residence.
NDLEA busts woman with fake pregnancy, seizes drugs at Seme border
The NDLEA successfully intercepted a woman attempting to smuggle drugs concealed in a fake pregnancy at the Seme border.
Zero capital release for NDLEA threatens Nigeria’s security — Group
A Nigerian advocacy group has criticized the lack of funding for the NDLEA, warning it could jeopardize national security.
600 suspected drug offenders arrested in Bayelsa – NDLEA
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Bayelsa State has arrested 600 suspected drug offenders and seized over 621 kilograms of illicit drugs in 2025.
600 arrested, 621kg of drugs seized in Bayelsa 2025 crackdown – NDLEA
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Bayelsa State reported the arrest of 600 suspected drug offenders and the seizure of over 621 kg of illicit drugs in a year-long crackdown.
VIDEO: NDLEA uncovers drugs concealed in children’s toys, garri
The NDLEA has reported the discovery of drugs hidden in children's toys and cassava granules, urging public vigilance against drug trafficking efforts.
NDLEA, army arrest five suspected drug dealers in Edo
Five suspected drug dealers have been arrested in Edo State by the NDLEA in a joint operation with the Nigerian Army.
NDLEA officer killed in Rivers drug raid, six suspects arrested
An NDLEA officer was killed during a drug raid in Rivers State, Nigeria, where six suspects were arrested and a sizable amount of illegal drugs was seized.
NDLEA arrests China-bound businessman at Kano airport
A Nigerian businessman was arrested at Kano airport for allegedly swallowing cocaine pellets intended for trafficking to China.
NDLEA arrests businessman with 95 cocaine pellets at Kano airport
A businessman was arrested at Kano airport for attempting to smuggle cocaine pellets to fund his construction project.
VIDEO: NDLEA uncovers Methamphetamine concealed in yogurt packs, MP3 players
The NDLEA has discovered new methods used by drug traffickers to conceal methamphetamine within ordinary consumer items such as yogurt packs and MP3 players.
NDLEA arrests 46 suspects, secures seven convictions in Edo
The Edo State Command of the NDLEA arrested 46 suspected drug traffickers and secured seven convictions while seizing over 6,000 kilograms of narcotics in January.
NDLEA, group vow to seize assets harbouring drug dealers
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency and the Eagle Crime Awareness and Prevention Initiative plan to intensify the seizure of properties associated with drug trafficking in Lagos State.
NDLEA moves to replace cannabis farms with lawful crops
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency is promoting a program to replace illegal cannabis farming with legal crops to provide sustainable livelihoods in rural areas.