The Ogun State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says it has arrested 306 suspected drug offenders and dismantled a clandestine methamphetamine laboratory in the state between January and May 2026.
The State Commander, Mr Tijjani Rabe, disclosed this on Thursday in Abeokuta during a press briefing to mark the 2026 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.
The event focused on the theme: “The World Drug Problem: Persistent Issues, New Challenges, Innovative Responses.”
Rabe said the arrests comprised 272 males and 34 females, adding that 140 individuals were subjected to counselling and rehabilitation within the reporting period.
He noted that the command intensified both enforcement and public sensitisation campaigns to curb drug abuse and trafficking across Ogun communities.
According to the NDLEA, the command seized large quantities of illicit substances including:
- 2,518.16kg of cannabis sativa
- 86.74kg of methamphetamine, cocaine and tramadol combined
- 44.90 litres of codeine syrup
- 171.50 litres of “skuchies” and “monkey tail”
Rabe added that the rising circulation of synthetic drugs remains a major security and public health concern in the state.
The NDLEA commander confirmed that operatives recently uncovered and dismantled a clandestine methamphetamine laboratory allegedly run by foreign nationals.
He warned that drug cartels are increasingly shifting operations into residential and industrial areas to evade detection.
“The presence of a clandestine lab in our state is a red flag,” he said.
“It shows traffickers are now setting up production facilities within communities and exploiting isolated environments.”
Rabe also provided comparative data, stating that in 2025 the command arrested 771 suspects, convicted 159 offenders, and rehabilitated 318 individuals.
He said drug seizures in 2025 included over 6,179kg of cannabis, 236kg of methamphetamine, and significant quantities of codeine and other illicit substances.
The command reported that over 53,000 residents were reached through sensitisation programmes in the first five months of 2026, while more than 60,000 people were engaged in 2025.
Rabe urged community leaders, landlords, and residents to report suspicious activities such as chemical odours, unusual generator use, and restricted access to buildings.
The Wife of the Ogun State Governor and Matron of the State Drug Control Committee, Mrs Bamidele Abiodun, called for stronger parental supervision to prevent youth involvement in drug abuse.
Represented by Dr Funke Oyeneye, she reaffirmed government support for NDLEA’s advocacy and enforcement efforts.
The event concluded with a road walk campaign to raise awareness on the dangers of drug trafficking and substance abuse.
