Kogi Police Intercept Vehicle Conveying 400 Wraps of Suspected Indian Hemp Worth ₦3.2m
By Our Correspondent
The Kogi State Police Command has intercepted a vehicle conveying 400 wraps of substances suspected to be Indian hemp in the Magongo area of Ogori-Magongo Local Government Area of the state.
The interception was carried out by police operatives attached to Akpafa Division during a routine stop-and-search operation.
According to a press release issued on Thursday, October 15, 2026, by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Saliu Oyiza Afusat, the suspect, identified as Abdulrahman, was travelling in a Honda vehicle with registration number FST 700 DH from Edo State to Abuja when he was intercepted.
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Preliminary investigations reportedly indicated that the suspect was involved in the sale and distribution of Indian hemp.
The police stated that the suspect disclosed that the consignment was supplied to him by an individual known by the alias “Biggy” in Edo State and was intended for delivery to buyers in Abuja.
The consignment was reportedly valued at ₦3.2 million.
The statement added that the suspect and the recovered exhibits had been handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for further investigation and necessary action.
It further disclosed that efforts were ongoing to identify and apprehend the individual known as “Biggy” and other persons connected to the consignment, including the intended recipients, to unravel the entire supply chain.
The Commissioner of Police, Kogi State Command, CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi, psc, mni, commended the operatives for their vigilance and professionalism in intercepting the vehicle.
He reiterated the command’s commitment to sustaining intelligence-led policing, effective stop-and-search operations and collaboration with relevant agencies to combat the trafficking and distribution of illicit substances in the state.
The police command also urged members of the public to continue providing credible information that could assist security agencies in identifying and dismantling criminal networks.
The command reaffirmed its resolve to strengthen security operations and prevent criminal activities across Kogi State.
DemocracyNewslineNewspaper October 16th, 2026
