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...

NIGERIA POLICE FORCE HOLDS PULL-OUT PARADE IN HONOUR OF FORMER IGP EGBETOKUN. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.


 NIGERIA POLICE FORCE HOLDS PULL-OUT PARADE IN HONOUR OF FORMER IGP EGBETOKUN


The Nigeria Police Force today held a ceremonial Pull-Out Parade at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, in honour of the immediate past Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun (rtd), PhD., NPM, marking the formal conclusion of his distinguished policing career spanning over three and a half decades.

The colourful parade celebrated the remarkable service and leadership of the former IGP, who retired from active duty on 25th February 2026 after 36 years of dedicated service to the Nigeria Police Force and the nation.


In his remarks, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM described the ceremony as a significant moment for the Nigeria Police Force, noting that the career of the retired IGP was defined by dedication, professionalism, and exemplary leadership. He highlighted the former IGP’s contributions to strengthening operational efficiency, promoting intelligence-led policing, enhancing professionalism, and reinforcing the institutional values of discipline, accountability, and service within the Force. On behalf of the officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force, he expressed profound appreciation for the retired IGP’s outstanding service and invaluable contributions to policing in Nigeria.


In his farewell address, the retired IGP, IGP Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve the nation through the Nigeria Police Force for thirty-six years. Reflecting on his tenure, he noted that deliberate efforts were made to strengthen institutional processes, expand operational capabilities, and enhance professionalism across the Force. Key initiatives included the expansion of the Intelligence Bureau to a full department, the elevation of the Legal and Medical Units to Directorate status, the development of the Nigeria Police Cybercrime Centre, improvements to the National Criminal Database, and the establishment of additional Police Mobile Force Squadrons, Area Commands, and the Special Intervention Squad.


The event was attended by several distinguished dignitaries including the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu; the Chairman, House Committee on Police Affairs, Hon. Dr. Abubakar Yellman, represented by Hon. Kama Nkemkanma; the Director-General of the Department of State Services, Mr. Oluwatosin Adeola Ajayi; the Chairman, Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu (Rtd); former Inspectors-General of Police including IGP Mike Okiro (Rtd) and IGP Ogbonna Onovo (Rtd); heads and representatives of sister security agencies and traditional rulers led by the Paramount Ruler of Yewaland, HRM Oba Kehinde Olugbenle.


DCP ANTHONY OKON PLACID psc(+), mni

Force Public Relations Officer

Force Headquarters, Abuja

12th March, 2026.

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