NDLEA DISMANTLES ABUJA DRUG BUNKS, ARRESTS 132, RECOVERS 220KG ILLICIT SUBSTANCES. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 NDLEA dismantles Abuja drug bunks, arrests 132, recovers 220kg illicit substances  -Marwa hails operation, vows to sustain crackdown in FCT, other states  In a non-stop two-week offensive action against traffickers and dealers, operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have successfully dismantled several drug joints and bunks within and around the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja where a total of 132 suspects were arrested and 220 kilograms of assorted illicit substances recovered. The wel-coordinated raids jointly conducted by the Agency's Directorate of Operations and General Investigation (DOGI) and the FCT Strategic Command from llth to 25th April 2026 were launched to dismantle illicit drug hubs contributing to substance abuse, trafficking, and associated criminal activities in the capital city after weeks of intelligence and surveillance across all identified hotspots. Areas where notorious drug joints were raided, dismantled and suspects...

LAGOS POLICE ARREST SIX MEMBERS OF WANTED GANG, RECOVER WEAPONS AND SUSPECTED STOLEN VEHICLE. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE



 POLICE ARREST SIX MEMBERS OF WANTED GANG, RECOVER WEAPONS AND SUSPECTED STOLEN VEHICLE


Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have apprehended six suspected gang members and recovered arms, ammunition, and an unregistered vehicle suspected to be stolen during a routine

patrol on May 29, 2025. The operation is part of the Command’s ongoing efforts to rid the state of criminal elements and enhance public safety.


The suspects identified as Yakubu Oke, ’m’ aged 48, Teslim Balogun, ‘m’ aged 33, Emmanuel Osas, ‘m’ aged 33, Joseph Abah, ‘m’ aged 34,

Idris Adewunmi, ‘m’ aged 32, and Opeyemi Kolawole, ‘m’ aged 28 were intercepted and questioned but failed to provide satisfactory information regarding their movements and identities, raising suspicion.


A thorough search led to the recovery of two locally fabricated pistols,

16 rounds of 9mm ammunition, 17 live cartridges, and an unregistered 1999 Toyota Camry. Further investigation revealed that the suspects are members of a notorious gang previously listed on the police watchlist for operating across several locations within the Lagos Metropolis.

The suspects are currently cooperating with investigators and have provided useful information to help uncover additional leads and identify accomplices. Investigations are ongoing as the Command intensifies efforts to ensure that all criminal elements are brought to justice.

Upon conclusion of the investigation, the suspects will be charged to court accordingly.


The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Olohundare Jimoh, has reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to eradicating crime across the state. He urges residents to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious activity to the nearest police station. CP Jimoh assures the people of Lagos that the Command remains fully dedicated to protecting lives and property, and to upholding peace and security throughout the state.

CSP BENJAMIN HUNDEYIN, anipr, mipra

POLICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER

FOR: COMMISSIONER OF POLICE

LAGOS STATE COMMAND

IKEJA


JUNE 2, 2025

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