The Delta State Police Command has arrested three suspected female drug traffickers during a covert operation in Ogbomoro and Ugolo communities in Warri metropolis, recovering substances suspected to be Canadian Loud, codeine and other illicit drugs.

The suspects were identified as Favor Isaac, 25; Favour Felix, 24; and Samson Precious, 19.

The Command’s Spokesperson, Bright Edafe, said the suspects were arrested following intelligence regarding the activities of suspected drug peddlers operating within Ogbomoro and Ugolo communities in Warri metropolis.

He said the operatives of Effuru Area Command carried out a covert operation in the area on May 7, 2026, leading to the arrest of the three suspects.

He disclosed that during a search warrant executed at the suspects’ hideout located along River Road, Ogbomoro community, 640 grams of substances suspected to be Canadian Loud concealed in different bags and containers were recovered.

He added that 21 bottles of CSC Codeine, two canisters containing Nitrous Oxide popularly known as “laughing gas”, two packs of suspected psychoactive chewing gum branded as “Highness Gum” were also recovered.

According to him, preliminary investigation revealed that one Rukewe Tega Isaac, currently at large, was allegedly the major supplier behind the drug network.

Edafe said efforts were ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspect and other members of the syndicate. (Daily Trust)

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