Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted opioids valued at over N3.2 billion in separate raids at Apapa seaport in Lagos and Port Harcourt port in Rivers state.
The seizures include 3 million pills of tapentadol and carisoprodol royal 225mg worth N2.1 billion, discovered in a watch-listed container at the Port Harcourt Port complex on May 14, 2025. This operation was conducted jointly with the Nigeria Customs Service and other security agencies following intelligence leads.
At Apapa port on May 13, NDLEA officers uncovered 169,800 bottles of codeine syrup concealed in a shipment declared as new car parts from India. The street value of this consignment is estimated at over N1.1 billion.
In addition to these major busts, NDLEA also intercepted 250 grams of cocaine concealed in female headgear destined for Australia, and made several arrests across different states involving various controlled substances such as skunk, tramadol, and loud.
Brigadier-General Buba Marwa (Retired), NDLEA Chairman, praised the officers involved for their dedication to balancing efforts between reducing drug supply and demand nationwide.
“These operations demonstrate our unwavering commitment to combating drug trafficking and protecting our communities,” Marwa said.
The agency continues to collaborate with other security bodies to stem the flow of illicit drugs through Nigeria’s ports and borders.
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