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Nigeria's War on Drugs: NDLEA Seizes Billions, Arrests 101-Year-Old Dealer.

Nigeria's National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has made significant strides in combating illicit drug trade, intercepting a multi-billion-naira cannabis consignment and cocaine concealed in fufu. In a surprising development, a 101-year-old woman was arrested for selling cannabis, highlighting the complex socio-economic factors driving drug distribution. These operations underscore the agency's relentless efforts to disrupt criminal networks and safeguard public health across the nation.

AIT Live·August 23, 2026AI-curated

A 101-year-old great-grandmother has been arrested for allegedly selling cannabis, as drug enforcement officers intercepted cocaine concealed inside fufu and seized more than ₦4.4 billion worth of imported cannabis in separate operations across Nigeria. Esther Ogunmabo was arrest

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