NDLEA Seizes 748kg of Tramadol, Arrests Two in Edo State
On April 23, 2026, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) intercepted 748kg of Tramadol during a routine patrol in Edo State. Dr. Mitchel Ofoyeju, the state command's representative, described the operation as a significant breakthrough in ongoing enforcement efforts mandated by the NDLEA Chairman, Brig. Gen. Mohammed Buba Marwa (retd).
The interception involved a Mercedes Benz truck with the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) insignia, which was flagged down and inspected, leading to the discovery of 95 cartons of psychotropic substances. The seizure included 1,196,000 capsules of Tramadol, weighing a total of 748.02kg, along with other controlled substances such as Rohypnol and Diazepam.
Two suspects, Osagi Igbinibo (43) and Omiji Malik (44), were arrested in connection with the shipment. Ofoyeju expressed concern over the increasing trafficking of potent opioids and its devastating impact on public health, particularly among youth.
The suspects are currently in custody and will face charges upon the conclusion of the investigation.
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