PHOTO: NDLEA Arrest Drug Traffickers Who Packaged Drugs As Condoms

Date: 23-01-2016 8:21 am (8 years ago) | Author: Mister Jay Wonder
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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has intercepted a shipment of Tramadol disguised and packaged as condoms and other illicit drugs at the Tin Can Island Port, Lagos.

The two importers, who claimed to be pharmacists, are also being investigated in connection with the unlawful importation. Tramadol is a prescription drug belonging to the class of opioid. The total weight of the seized drug is 3,078.56kg.

A statement by the NDLEA Head of Public Affairs, Mr. Ofoyeju Mitchell, claimed that the drug was detected during a physical examination at the port by the officials of the agency and others.

The statement quoted the NDLEA Director of Operations and General Investigations, Mr. Olugbenga Mabo, as saying that prosecuting the suspects would address a lack of respect for due process by professionals.

Mabo said, “We have observed an infringement of laws with adverse consequences on the nation. The drugs were imported without permit by the relevant authorities. Prosecuting the suspects will serve as a warning to others. The case has been assigned to the Joint Task Force of the agency for investigation.”

NDLEA Commander at the Tin Can Port, Mr. Nse Inam, gave the names of the suspects as Onuchukwu Owulu (38) of Benow Pharmaceutical Impex Limited based in Lagos and Igboanugo Tochukwu (35) of Vingil Pharmaceuticals Limited, Asaba. According to Inam, the shipment of controlled drugs originated from India.

Owulu allegedly imported 107 cartons of Tramanow, a brand of Tramadol weighing 1,078.56kg while Tochukwu imported 250 cartons of Vingil Tramadol weighing 2,000kgs. Both suspects are being investigated.

Preliminary investigation by the NDLEA Joint Task Force headed by Mr. Olumuyiwa Adeniyi revealed that both pharmaceutical companies did not obtain import permit for the said drug which is contrary to section 11 subsection (a) of the NDLEA Act.

It was also gathered that the drugs were imported for illicit distribution as they were disguised in cartons of condoms and other illicit pharmaceutical products. The discovery of the drug was made during an examination of the container prior to delivery at their preferred destination outside the port. In addition, the companies could not produce either import or clearance permit for the said drugs.

Benjamin, in his statement, said he could not obtain an import permit because of the strike embarked upon by staff of National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control.

He said in his statement, “I registered Benow Pharmaceuticals Impex Limited in 2009 and I started business in 2010 as a qualified pharmacist.

“I began the process of importing this consignment in September 2015 and the goods arrived on December 13, 2015 and my agent informed me of the challenge of obtaining a permit to import and clear the Tramanow.

“The strike by staff of NAFDAC made it difficult for me to secure the necessary permit. I witnessed the search of the container in the presence of NDLEA officers and other security agencies at the port.”

The second suspect, Vincent, also told narcotic investigators that he had not obtained permit to import the said drug.

“I am a qualified pharmacist practicing in Asaba. However, I have not obtained the import and clearance permit for this shipment,” he said.

Both suspects will soon be prosecuted, the statement added.



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Posted: at 23-01-2016 08:21 AM (8 years ago) | Addicted Hero
- Ennyolalekan at 23-01-2016 08:43 AM (8 years ago)
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I know dis face nah. we stay in d same Estate
Posted: at 23-01-2016 08:43 AM (8 years ago) | Gistmaniac
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- Oworen25 at 23-01-2016 08:53 AM (8 years ago)
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So upon all what that is happening this days with all this drugs dealers you guys doesn't want to take example from it now you will face your journey to prison.
Posted: at 23-01-2016 08:53 AM (8 years ago) | Hero
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- kp45 at 23-01-2016 09:08 AM (8 years ago)
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They never seems to learn.
Posted: at 23-01-2016 09:08 AM (8 years ago) | Addicted Hero
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- Wazubia at 23-01-2016 10:16 AM (8 years ago)
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NDLEA GOOD JOB BOYS.
Posted: at 23-01-2016 10:16 AM (8 years ago) | Gistmaniac
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- musleh247 at 23-01-2016 10:50 AM (8 years ago)
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I know it will not  escape the biadrugs guys. Na their occupation b dat.
Posted: at 23-01-2016 10:50 AM (8 years ago) | Gistmaniac
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- zezprincess at 23-01-2016 11:08 AM (8 years ago)
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I think the name rings a bell,Toochukwu Igbanugo,that lives in Asaba,thought he is a banker,When I was working with a real estate firm in Anambra state&i saw him in one of our branch office in Asaba,thou didn't go through his file cos he is one of our big customer,the way he dresses,I thought he is a banker,now I knew he deals on drugs,well ndlea that's your call.
Posted: at 23-01-2016 11:08 AM (8 years ago) | Hero
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- gogoman at 23-01-2016 11:10 AM (8 years ago)
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before nko!!!!!!!
Posted: at 23-01-2016 11:10 AM (8 years ago) | Grande Master
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- AmazingMarie at 23-01-2016 04:10 PM (8 years ago)
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these. guys and drugs.
Posted: at 23-01-2016 04:10 PM (8 years ago) | Hero
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- winace at 23-01-2016 05:32 PM (8 years ago)
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Hmmmm na wa o. Wen will dis guys stop.
Posted: at 23-01-2016 05:32 PM (8 years ago) | Addicted Hero
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- Novic at 23-01-2016 08:57 PM (8 years ago)
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I think the name rings a
bell,Toochukwu Igbanugo,that
lives in Asaba,thought he is a
banker,When I was working with a
real estate firm in Anambra state&i
saw him in one of our branch office in Asaba,thou didn't go
through his file cos he is one of our
big customer,the way he dresses,I
thought he is a banker,now I knew
he deals on drugs,well ndlea that's
your call.
Posted: at 23-01-2016 08:57 PM (8 years ago) | Hero
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- Trueyarn at 24-01-2016 08:29 AM (8 years ago)
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I know dis face nah. we stay in d same Estate
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Bros,u bring ur mind down,nah everybody face u know,that means u go know Lassa fever face?Lol....
Posted: at 24-01-2016 08:29 AM (8 years ago) | Hero
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- Trueyarn at 24-01-2016 08:53 AM (8 years ago)
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NDLEA,una doe but make una still extend una raid to all those big men hose bcos nah them house all those drug peddlers.
Posted: at 24-01-2016 08:53 AM (8 years ago) | Hero
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- DAMILARE100 at 24-01-2016 10:34 AM (8 years ago)
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Bad market but man must wack nau.
Posted: at 24-01-2016 10:34 AM (8 years ago) | Gistmaniac
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- factfinding at 24-01-2016 11:08 AM (8 years ago)
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Its a game you gain and you loss,its time to face the music.
Posted: at 24-01-2016 11:08 AM (8 years ago) | Gistmaniac
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- akinmanchy at 25-01-2016 12:31 AM (8 years ago)
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Dance to the blues guy

Posted: at 25-01-2016 12:31 AM (8 years ago) | Hero
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