Kogi Police Seize 400 Wraps of Suspected Indian Hemp

The Kogi State Police Command intercepted a vehicle in the Magongo area of Ogori-Magongo Local Government Area, carrying 400 wraps of substances suspected to be Indian hemp. The operation was conducted by operatives from the Akpafa Division during a routine stop-and-search on Thursday.

The suspect, identified as Abdulrahman, was traveling in a Honda vehicle with registration number FST 700 DH from Edo State to Abuja. Preliminary investigations indicated that Abdulrahman was involved in the sale and distribution of Indian hemp, with the consignment supplied by an individual known as ‘Biggy’ in Edo State, intended for buyers in Abuja.

The value of the consignment was estimated at N3.2 million. The police spokesperson, ASP Salisu Oyiza Afusat, stated that the suspect and the recovered items were handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency for further investigation.

Efforts are ongoing to apprehend ‘Biggy’ and others connected to the case. CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi commended the operatives for their vigilance and emphasized the commitment to combating drug trafficking.