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Police arrest dealer conveying N5.8m worth of drugs to criminals
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Police arrest dealer conveying N5.8m worth of drugs to criminals

In Anambra State, Nigerian police arrested a suspected drug dealer named Chinedu Nwankwo while he was transporting illicit drugs valued at N5.8 million. The operation, conducted by the Rapid Response Team on August 29, 2026, resulted in the seizure of Cannabis Sativa, Methamphetamine, and Colorado (Colos). Authorities allege the drugs were intended for distribution to criminal groups across several communities. The police are investigating potential links between the drug trafficking network and disruptions to the upcoming local government elections. The Commissioner of Police emphasized the role of illicit drugs in fostering criminal activity and pledged continued efforts to combat such threats through intelligence-based operations.

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Police arrest dealer conveying N5.8m worth of drugs to criminals

In Anambra State, Nigerian police arrested a suspected drug dealer named Chinedu Nwankwo while he was transporting illicit drugs valued at N5.8 million. The operation, conducted by the Rapid Response Team on August 29, 2026, resulted in the seizure of Cannabis Sativa, Methamphetamine, and Colorado (Colos). Authorities allege the drugs were intended for distribution to criminal groups across several communities. The police are investigating potential links between the drug trafficking network and disruptions to the upcoming local government elections. The Commissioner of Police emphasized the role of illicit drugs in fostering criminal activity and pledged continued efforts to combat such threats through intelligence-based operations.

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