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Nigerian Navy Seizes 72 Bags of Cannabis, Arrests Four Suspects
The Nigerian Navy has transferred 72 bags of Cannabis sativa, each weighing 40 kilograms, along with four detained individuals to the Marine Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA).
This action was detailed in a statement released by Lt. Hussaini Ibrahim, Base Information Officer at Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) BEECROFT, on Tuesday.
The four suspects, including three Ghanaians and one Beninese, were handed over following an operation conducted by the Quick Response Team of NNS BEECROFT.
The operation, which took place on August 25, 2024, was executed based on reliable intelligence about illicit activities in the Lekki Beach area. The team’s efforts led to the seizure of 72 bags of cannabis sativa, amounting to over 2,880 kilograms of the drug.
Commodore Rafiu Oladejo, represented by Navy Captain Mutalib Raji, indicated that this operation was part of a broader initiative driven by the Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla. The strategic goal is to ensure maritime security and protect economic activities from criminal threats.
The suspects include Godswill Zevor, Monday Kpomeja, Gbega Agbeko from Ghana, and Elugbe Philip from Benin. They were apprehended during the operation and will face further investigation and legal action under the NDLEA’s jurisdiction.
Commodore Oladejo emphasized that NNS BEECROFT remains vigilant in combating drug trafficking and other criminal activities within its operational area.
He cautioned that those involved in drug-related crimes should cease their activities, as the Navy remains committed to disrupting and dismantling illicit drug networks.
This successful operation underscores NNS BEECROFT’s dedication to addressing the harmful effects of drug abuse on youth and national security.
It has been reported that the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) is planning to investigate and find out why Uber left Nigeria.
While FAAN has shared that it had no involvement in Uber’s exit, the FCCPC stated that it will find out what led to the decision, following concerns and complaints from users about the company’s exit.
FAAN also shared that it understands consumers’ concerns, as people are worried about the holiday period, when people coming into the country may need rides and Uber is no longer available, as it was a reliable source of transportation.
Since Uber exited Nigeria, rumours have been circulating over why the company left the country. One of the claims suggested that FAAN was part of the reason for the exit.
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has now addressed the rumours and claims of its involvement in Uber’s decision to leave Nigeria.
FAAN said it could not speak for Uber’s decision, noting that the company likely had its own economic and regulatory considerations for leaving Nigeria.
FAAN’s Managing Director, Olubunmi Kuku, said “I can’t speak to Uber’s exit from Nigeria. I am sure they have their own economic and regulatory decisions as to why they chose to exit.”
Governor of Akwa Ibom, Pastor Umo Eno, reflected on a career choice he made when he had no choice back then.
The governor recalled how he made not less than ₦10 million in a month from selling bread and akara.
He stated “I started selling Akara and bread. Back then, I was doing Akara Burger — we opened the bread and put Akara inside for you. I made not less than ₦10 million in a month.”
Many Nigerians reacted and wondered if his reflection was in response to what the First Lady advised Nigerians earlier about selling corn.
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