NDLEA and Army Eradicate Cannabis Farms in Edo State
On September 23, 2026, a collaborative operation between the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Edo State Command, and military personnel led to the destruction of two cannabis plantations in Edo State, covering 0.544092 hectares with an estimated yield of 1,360.23kg. The operation also destroyed 107kg of processed cannabis, including cannabis seeds, in Eko Camp, Illushi, within the Esan South-East Local Government Area.
NDLEA Commander, Mitchell Ofoyeju, reported the arrest of two male suspects, Ajeh Egwuda, 43, and Nonso Ajodhe, both from the same local government area. Ofoyeju stated that the suspects cited poverty and negative peer influence as reasons for their involvement in cannabis cultivation.
The operation reflects the NDLEA's commitment to combating drug abuse and trafficking in the state, with plans to enhance collaboration with traditional rulers and community leaders for further enforcement.
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