Nigerian Drug Law Enforcement Agency Arrests Couple, Seizes Cannabis

Nigeria's National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a couple in Edo state and seized 412kg of cannabis. The arrests were made in connection with a drug warehouse operation.

20 Jul, 16:40 — 20 Jul, 19:08

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Why this matters

Drug trafficking remains a significant challenge in Nigeria, contributing to crime and public health issues. This arrest highlights ongoing efforts by law enforcement agencies to combat the illicit drug trade and disrupt supply chains.

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What sources agree on

The NDLEA arrested a couple in Edo State.
The couple was arrested for operating a drug warehouse.
The arrests were made during a raid.

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The NDLEA command in Edo made the arrests.

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The raid occurred on a suspected drug warehouse operated from a residential building along Sapele Road.

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412kg of cannabis was seized.

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The specific quantity of cannabis seized (412kg)

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Premium TimesMostly Factual21d ago

NDLEA arrests couple, seizes 412kg of cannabis

The NDLEA command in Edo made the arrests during a raid on a suspected drug warehouse allegedly operated from a residential building along Sapele Road. The post NDLEA arrests couple, seizes 412kg of cannabis appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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NDLEA arrests couple over drug warehouse in Edo

The NDLEA has arrested a couple in Edo State for operating a drug warehouse, seizing large quantities of illicit drugs. This NDLEA drug bust highlights ong Read More: https://punchng.com/ndlea-arrests-couple-over-drug-warehouse-in-edo/

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NDLEA arrests couple over drug warehouse in Edo

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Nigerian Drug Law Enforcement Agency Arrests Couple, Seizes Cannabis

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NDLEA arrests couple, seizes 412kg of cannabis

NDLEA arrests couple over drug warehouse in Edo

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NDLEA arrests couple over drug warehouse in Edo

NDLEA arrests couple, seizes 412kg of cannabis

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