NDLEA EDO DISCOVERS 1,359KG OF CANNABIS IN A FOUR-BEDROOM FLAT AT ILLUSHI

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 NDLEA EDO DISCOVERS 1,359KG OF CANNABIS IN A FOUR-BEDROOM FLAT AT ILLUSHI





The Edo State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), in a combined operation with men of the military army, successfully executed an intense intelligence-driven raid operation in the Illushi community, Esan South East Local Government Area. 


The operation led to the discovery of a four-bedroom bungalow used as a cannabis warehouse located in a residential building area in the Illushi community, considered a cannabis hub.

NDLEA Commander Mitchell Ofoyeju, PhD, said that a staggering seizure includes fifty-two giant bags, three gallons of cannabis seeds and a bag of cannabis seeds. The cannabis is one thousand, two hundred and seventy-three kilogrammes, (1,273kg) with eighty-six killogrammes (86kg) of cannabis seeds, totaling 1,359kg were recovered at the warehouse.


 “During the raid on a four-bedroom bungalow that was being used as a warehouse for storing large quantities of the illegal substance, skunk cannabis weighing 1,286kg and 86kg of cannabis seeds were seized and evacuated. In addition, cannabis seeds weighing 86kg were also found in the warehouse. Two suspected drug traffickers were apprehended. 

 Ojore Onweze, a 45-year-old male caught in connection with 60 kg of cannabis, and 30-year-old George Agwumede nabbed over 13kg of cannabis,” Mitchell stated.


He expressed concerns over the use of residential houses in warehousing narcotic drugs. “The use of residential houses in stockpiling illicit drugs is dangerous and must be vehemently confronted by citizens. These enemies of the state must not be allowed to destroy our communities. We are pleased with the operational successes recorded because the quantity is massive and impressive. This raid is a testament to our unwavering determination to dismantle the networks that seek to undermine our collective peace and safety,” the commander assured.

The investigation into this drug operation is ongoing, with authorities working diligently to uncover connections and potential accomplices. The NDLEA's recent successes reflect a broader initiative to involve stakeholders, including community leaders, in the fight against drug abuse and trafficking. Children and other vulnerable groups must be protected.

“This fight is not just for NDLEA; it is a collective responsibility. We sincerely appreciate the Nigerian Army for the synergy and urge every citizen to take part in this campaign against drug abuse. We are resolute in our efforts to rid Edo State of this menace and will not relent until those responsible for trafficking and distributing illegal substances are brought to justice. Together, we can build a safer and healthier environment for current and future generations," Mitchell added.

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