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Operatives of the Edo State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have arrested a 37-year-old suspected drug trafficker identified as Roland Owie.
DAILY POST reports that the State Commandant of the NDLEA, Dr Mitchell Ofoyeju, disclosed this in a statement made available to newsmen on Monday, April 6, 2026 in Benin City.
Ofoyeju said the suspect, a native of Iganke community in the Orhionmwon Local Government Area of Edo State, was arrested in connection with 125 bags of dried weeds suspected to be skunk cannabis, weighing 1,378 kilograms.
He said operatives uncovered and dismantled a major illicit warehouse in the community where the suspect, who is one of the suspected members of the drug cartel, was arrested and massive consignment of cannabis sativa were confiscated.
The NDLEA state commandant opined that the operation underscored the agency’s unwavering commitment to drug supply suppression.
He added that the operation was executed based on credible intelligence, while emphasizing that the bust is 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,” he said.
While noting that drug supply suppression remains a cornerstone of the NDLEA’s strategy, he added that the agency would continue its demand reduction efforts through advocacy and rehabilitation.
Ofoyeju posited that cutting off the source is paramount, stating that every kilogram seized disrupts the criminal economy, weakens trafficking syndicates, and makes our society safer.
“This arrest and seizure sends 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,” he added.
He commended the professionalism and diligence of operatives of the command for the outstanding performance and urged the public to continue supporting the agency by providing useful information.
NDLEA raids cannabis warehouse, arrests suspected trafficker in Edo
