NDLEA Arrests Woman with 1.1 Tonnes of Cannabis in 2026

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) arrested a 46-year-old woman named Adama Inuwa in Ikom Local Government Area, Cross River State, following the seizure of approximately 1.1 tonnes of suspected cannabis. The arrest occurred during an intelligence-led raid on Yala Nkum community on October 4, 2026.

The operation resulted in the confiscation of 181 bags of suspected cannabis sativa, weighing about 1,100 kilogrammes, along with 17.15 kilogrammes of cannabis seeds. ASN1 Sebastian Lebo, the Command’s media and advocacy officer, stated that this seizure is one of the largest recorded by the agency in recent months and represents a significant intervention in disrupting the supply of illicit drugs in the state.

Inuwa remains in custody as investigations continue, and she will be charged in court after the necessary legal procedures. The operation underscores the agency's commitment to combating drug trafficking and enhancing public health and safety in the community.