The NDLEA has intercepted attempts to smuggle drugs to five countries, arresting two suspects. Drugs such as cocaine and tramadol were concealed in various items at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos. The agency is intensifying efforts against drug trafficking and continuing awareness campaigns.
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has successfully intercepted attempts by drug trafficking organizations to smuggle illicit drugs from Nigeria to five countries, including the United States, Saudi Arabia, Italy, Poland, and the United Arab Emirates. The agency’s spokesman, Femi Babafemi, reported that the seized drugs included cocaine, tramadol, and other narcotics, which were cleverly concealed in various items such as prayer beads and clothing.
Babafemi noted that the drugs were intended to be shipped through logistics companies and the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos. Two suspects linked to the smuggling attempts have been arrested; a 43-year-old businesswoman was apprehended at the airport while trying to board an Air France flight to Italy. She was found with 190 parcels of tramadol and a parcel of skunk, a strain of cannabis.
Another arrest occurred on March 11, when a 60-year-old suspect attempted to ship a package disguised as clothing containing 400 grams of skunk bound for New York. Furthermore, NDLEA operatives intercepted over two kilograms of illicit drugs, including tramadol, hidden in Vitamin C bottles and other items destined for the U.S.
The agency’s operations resulted in the seizure of 230 grams of cocaine concealed in prayer beads and shoe soles, intended for Saudi Arabia, Poland, and the UAE. Despite these enforcement actions, the NDLEA continues its War Against Drug Abuse (WADA) through sensitization campaigns nationwide.
In conclusion, the NDLEA’s decisive actions against drug trafficking demonstrate its commitment to thwarting illicit activities that jeopardize public safety. The reported arrests and drug seizures highlight ongoing efforts to combat drug abuse in Nigeria and among international traffickers. The agency’s continued focus on enforcement, alongside awareness campaigns, emphasizes a comprehensive approach to addressing drug-related issues in society.
Original Source: gazettengr.com
