Reported by: Ijeoma G | Edited by: Oravbiere Osayomore Promise.
Ado‑Ekiti, Nigeria — Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force in Ekiti State have arrested two suspected drug dealers during a targeted raid on a known illicit drug market in Ado‑Ekiti, as part of a sustained effort to combat illegal drug trade and related criminal activities.
The operation, carried out by officers from the New Iyin Division, followed credible intelligence about illegal drug activities in the Alade Garage area of Basiri, Ado‑Ekiti. The raid was conducted under directives from the Commissioner of Police, Michael Falade, who has emphasised proactive, intelligence‑driven policing to dismantle criminal networks across the state.
The arrested suspects have been identified as Promise Faṣọlá and Ileri‑Oluwa Alao. Several other individuals reportedly fled the scene before they could be apprehended, indicating that the syndicate operating in the area may extend beyond the two men in custody.
During the raid, police recovered various items linked to the suspects’ drug activities. Recovered substances included Colorado, Indian hemp, and “Loud,” a local term for potent cannabis. Officers also seized a Point-of-Sale machine, an Android phone, and a power bank, which are believed to have been used to facilitate payments and coordinate drug sales.
Police Public Relations Officer SP Sunday Abutu confirmed that the suspects have confessed to involvement in illegal drug distribution. They are currently in custody and will face formal charges once investigations are completed. Police are continuing efforts to apprehend other members of the drug syndicate who escaped during the operation.
The Commissioner of Police in Ekiti State has urged residents to support law enforcement by providing credible information on suspected criminal activities. He highlighted the importance of community cooperation in ensuring the success of ongoing operations and maintaining public safety.
Residents welcomed the arrests, seeing them as a positive step toward reducing drug availability and associated social harms. Some observers emphasised the need for sustained enforcement efforts alongside public education, rehabilitation, and social interventions for at-risk youth to address the root causes of drug abuse.
The Ekiti State Police Command reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing the law and pursuing all leads in the investigation. Authorities have reiterated that drug trafficking and related offences carry severe legal consequences under Nigerian law and warned that continued intelligence-led operations will target other known criminal distribution points throughout the state.
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