NDLEA Intercepts 60 Bags of Ghanaian ‘Loud’ and Other Drugs in Lagos
Abuja, Aug. 29, 2024 (TheGavel) — The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted 60 jumbo bags of Ghanaian ‘Loud,’ a potent strain of cannabis, weighing a total of 2,400 kilograms in Lagos.
NDLEA Chairman, retired Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa, announced the seizure while promoting and commending eight officers from the Marine Command at a ceremony in Abuja on Thursday.
The officers—Dick Aaron Dick, Alabi Mayowa, Gabriel Ubokikwan, Aso Daniel John, Abdul Emmanuel Sule, Ngabolo Victor Sonpano, Jonah Emmanuel Sule, and Membe Gabriel—received special promotions for their bravery and professional conduct during the operation.
Marwa highlighted the significance of the operation, which aimed to thwart drug traffickers using Lagos waterways to transport illicit substances from Ghana to Nigeria. The officers’ intervention led to the recovery of three AK-47 rifles, eight magazines, 120 rounds of ammunition, six motorcycles, three mobile phones, two Baofeng radios, and three pairs of civilian clothes.
The operation, which began with actionable intelligence at 3 a.m. on August 23, led to the interception of two boats, one along Alfa Beach in Lekki, Lagos. Despite encountering resistance, the officers successfully seized the drugs, arrested a Ghanaian suspect, and impounded a boat equipped with three outboard engines.
Marwa praised the officers for their resilience and dedication, emphasizing that their actions demonstrate the NDLEA’s commitment to combating drug trafficking through various routes, including waterways. He noted that the agency’s Marine Command, bolstered by recent equipment and training, is essential in disrupting traffickers’ activities.
The NDLEA chairman called on the officers to maintain their high standards and integrity in their duties, assuring them that their exemplary performance will inspire others within the agency.
The officers, in turn, expressed gratitude for the recognition and vowed to continue their diligent efforts to combat drug trafficking. (NAN)
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