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.