The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, Tincan Special Area Command, says its operatives intercepted 876.453
kilograms of various illicit drugs and controlled substances in 2023.The Tincan Commander, Mohammed Abubakar, disclosed
this in a statement in Lagos on Thursday.He listed the intercepted drugs as cocaine worth 24kg; Cannabis – 852.45KG; and
Tramadol – 0.003KG, all totalling 876.453KG.According to Abubakar, a total of 15 individuals were arrested and prosecuted during the period, out of which 10 were convicted.He noted that the feat was achieved through relentless efforts and
meticulous investigation, which led to the dismantling of several drug trafficking networks and the subsequent prosecution of individuals involved.“The Tincan Special Area Command has been at the forefront of strategic operations in the area, targeting
illicit drug smuggling activities and apprehending those responsible.“In recent months, the efforts have culminated in multiple
successful seizures and arrests, emphasising the agency’s commitment to eradicating drug-related crimes within our society,” he added.