The Edo State Security Network (ESSN) has arrested two suspects with a large quantity of Illicit drugs at different locations in Benin City, the state capital.
Key Highlights:
- The Edo State Security Network arrested two suspected drug traffickers in Benin City.
- Various illicit drugs, including Indian hemp and methamphetamine, were recovered during the operations.
- The suspects will be handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency for investigation and prosecution.
- Authorities warned drug dealers to stay away from Edo State.
- The government reaffirmed its commitment to tackling drug trafficking and protecting youths from drug abuse.
The suspects, identified as Efosa Uyi and Stella Thompson, were arrested at different locations in Benin City with large quantities of illicit drugs.
Drugs recovered by the ESSN officials include, Indian hemp, crystal methamphetamine, Colorado, Canadian loud, and Scottish loud.
Speaking to journalists on the success recorded by men of the ESSN, the Commissioner for Public Security and Safety, Festus Ebea warned Illicit drug dealers to stay off Edo State as it’s not a haven for their operations.
Ebea said the two suspects will be handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for investigation and prosecution.
“We have arrested two suspects at different points in Benin and primarily will hand them over to NDLEA. We are working very hard to assist the drug agency to get rid of those engaged in drug activities in the state.
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“We are not relenting in combing the state and getting drug addicts, and those trading in illicit drugs off the state. These two suspects were arrested on Friday, May 29, 2026.
“We are using this medium to warn those selling and dealing in illicit drugs to stop as the state will not be safe for them,” the commissioner said.
He called on the youths to stay off drugs, adding that “to save our youth from these illicit drugs, we have to arrest those selling and distributing these drugs in society. Hence, these ones have been arrested and brought before the media.”
Ebea urged journalists to follow up the story and ensure justice is served to serve as a deterrent to other youths.
