Police Raid Illegal Drug Spots In FCT, Arrest 8 Suspects, Recover 100 Rounds Of Live Ammunition And Other Exhibits (Photos)

Eight persons have been arrested by the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command during coordinated raids on illegal drug spots across the nation's capital.

Spokesperson of the command, SP Josephine Adeh, who disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, January 23, 2025, said 100 rounds of live 7.62 x 39mm ammunition and a large quantity of illicit drugs were recovered during the raids.

According to the PPRO, the operations are part of the command’s efforts to ensure the safety and well-being of all residents.

“On 23rd January 2025, operatives of the FCT Police Command, under the Anti-Narcotics Unit, successfully executed a series of coordinated raids targeting identified hotspots across the FCT,” the statement read.

"These locations were known to be used by criminal elements for the sale and consumption of illicit drugs and substances. The areas covered during the raids include: 1. SDP Junction, Gwagwalada. 2. Lugbe Federal Housing, by Tipper Garage. 3. Wuse Zone 5, by Access Bank. 4. AYA Roundabout.

"During the operation, suspects at the respective locations attempted to flee on sighting the Police operatives but were swiftly pursued.

"This led to the arrest of eight (8) suspects and the recovery of the following exhibits: •One hundred (100) rounds of live 7.62 x 39mm ammunition. •A large quantity of dried leaves suspected to be cannabis. •A substantial amount of encapsulated illicit drugs.

"These operations highlight the Command’s dedication to ensuring the safety and well-being of all residents. The FCT Police Command remains resolute in its fight against the menace of illicit drug activities within the Federal Capital Territory.

"The Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, urges members of the public to continue supporting the police by reporting suspicious activities promptly.

“Reports can be made at the nearest Police station or through the Command’s emergency lines: 08032003913, 08028940883, CRU: 08107314192, PCB: 09022222352.”