Police reject N500m bribe, recover N7.8bn illicit drugs in Lagos

Tribuneonlineng | 25-05-2026 06:13am |

The Nigeria Police Force conducted a significant operation over the weekend in the Maryland area of Lagos State, resulting in the seizure of illicit drugs valued at ₦7.8 billion. During the raid on a residential building, police arrested several suspects, including the alleged kingpin, Eke Ifeanyi Henry. Reports indicate that the police personnel were offered a bribe of ₦500 million, which they declined. This operation highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to combat drug trafficking in the region.

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