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Illicit drugs recovered during a security operation in Apapa, Lagos, courtesy of the Nation
The Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) BEECROFT has raided and dislodged a suspected criminals’ hideout at Gidan Drama, Agbo Malu area of Apapa, recovering illicit drugs including Marijuana and Codeine.
The drugs, it said, were recovered on January 24, following credible intelligence on the presence of suspected drug peddlers in the area.
A statement on Monday said the seized illicit substances have been handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), by the Commander, Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) BEECROFT, Rear Admiral Paul Nimmyel.
Represented by the Base’ Executive Officer, Captain Idongesit Udoessien, Nimmyel said no arrests were made as the suspects fled on sighting naval personnel.
He said the recovery reflects the Navy’s resolve to curb the spread and abuse of illicit drugs among youths, noting the attendant health risks and security implications.
The Commander added that the operation aligned with the directive of the Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, for the Navy to rid the maritime environment of criminal activities, working independently or in collaboration with other agencies. (The Nation)
