The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) successfully thwarted attempts to smuggle illicit drugs to the United Kingdom. The agency discovered concealed parcels of drugs within shipments of tiger nuts and groundnuts.

Discovery Details

1. *Tiger Nuts Shipment*: NDLEA officers uncovered illicit drugs hidden inside parcels of tiger nuts destined for the UK.

2. Groundnuts Concealment: Drugs were also found concealed in bags of groundnuts during a bus search.

Warning from NDLEA

Femi Babafemi, Director of Media and Advocacy, shared videos of the discoveries on social media, cautioning travelers: “Never accept packages without thoroughly checking their contents, no matter how genuine they appear.”

Agency’s Vigilance

The NDLEA’s vigilance underscores its commitment to combating drug trafficking and protecting citizens from illicit substances.