NDLEA, soldiers recover 604kg of cannabis, arrest nine suspects in Edo

NDLEA and Nigerian Army recover 604kg of skunk cannabis and arrest nine suspects in Edo State. A manhunt is underway for a fleeing drug kingpin.

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August 10, 2026 · 16:15 · 5 min read

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NDLEA and Nigerian Army recover 604kg of skunk cannabis and arrest nine suspects in Edo State. A manhunt is underway for a fleeing drug kingpin.

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