NDLEA ARRESTS SUSPECT, SEIZES OVER A TON OF SKUNK CANNABIS IN EDO
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By: Fasasi Hammad
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Edo State have confiscated 125 bags of dried weeds suspected to be skunk cannabis, totaling 1,378 kilograms, and arrested one suspect in connection with the haul.
The state NDLEA commander, Mitchell Ofoyeju, disclosed in a statement on Monday that the raid targeted a warehouse in the Igbanke community, Orhionmwon Local Government Area, where the drugs were discovered and seized. The arrested suspect, 37-year-old Roland Owie, is a native of Igbanke.
Ofoyeju highlighted the operation as a major victory in the fight against substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking. “This seizure delivers a significant blow to the distribution networks of these dangerous substances. Intercepting such a large quantity prevents drugs from reaching our streets, schools, and communities, protecting young people from the ravages of addiction,” he said.
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He added that supply suppression remains a key strategy of the NDLEA, complementing ongoing advocacy and rehabilitation efforts. “Every kilogram seized disrupts the criminal economy, weakens trafficking syndicates, and enhances public safety. This operation sends a strong message to drug traffickers that Edo State is not a safe haven for illicit activities,” Ofoyeju stated.
The commander praised his officers for their professionalism and urged the public to continue providing useful intelligence to aid the agency. He noted that the operation, based on credible intelligence, reflects the NDLEA’s commitment to curbing the supply of illicit drugs.
Earlier, the Edo State Command reported that in the first quarter of 2026, it recovered 18,380 kilograms of drugs from 104 suspected traffickers, including 5,825 kilograms seized and 12,556 kilograms of cannabis destroyed on ten farms covering 5.0226 hectares.
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