NDLEA seizes 1,378kg of cannabis in Edo
The Edo State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Edo State Command, said its operatives have seized 125 bags of dried weeds suspected to be skunk cannabis,
- By Osagie Otabor, Benin
The Edo State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Edo State Command, said its operatives have seized 125 bags of dried weeds suspected to be skunk cannabis, weighing 1,378kg, at Igbanke, Orhionmwon local government area.
It said it arrested one suspect identified as Roland Owie in connection with the seizure.
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Edo State Commander of the NDLEA, Mitchell Ofoyeju, said the arrest was a critical victory in the ongoing war against substance abuse and illicit drug trade.
"This successful operation is a testament to our relentless pursuit of drug cartels and our strategic focus on supply suppression. The seizure of 1,378 kilograms of cannabis in one single operation unequivocally represents a significant dent in the distribution network of these harmful substances. The importance of intercepting such a large quantity is better appreciated against the backdrop that it cuts off drug supply from reaching our streets, our schools, and our communities, thereby saving countless young people from the devastating scourge of addiction.
"While we continue our demand reduction efforts through advocacy and rehabilitation, cutting off the source is paramount. Every kilogram seized disrupts the criminal economy, weakens trafficking syndicates, and makes our society safer. This arrest and seizure send a clear message to all drug barons that Edo State is not a haven for illicit activities. We have zero tolerance, and our intelligence and operational capabilities are robust”, it stated.
