NDLEA Thwarts Major Drug Trafficking Scheme, Seizing Cocaine and Opioids Bound for USA, UK, Europe

The Nigerian Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has prevented a major drug trafficking operation aimed at exporting cocaine and opioids to the USA, UK, and Europe from Lagos. The operation involved the recovery of 148 cartons of nitrous oxide. The drugs were intended to be concealed in shoes and clothing. This significant interception disrupts a major illegal trafficking syndicate.