Nigeria's anti-drug agency shut down large meth laboratory in a raid
Nigeria's anti-drug agency has dismantled a significant methamphetamine laboratory linked to a transnational drug syndicate. The operation, which took place in Ogun state, resulted in the arrest of ten individuals, including both Nigerians and Mexicans. This bust is noted as the largest drug seizure in Nigeria's history, highlighting the growing issue of drug trafficking in the region.
- ▪The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency shut down an industrial-scale meth laboratory in Ogun state.
- ▪Seven members of the drug cartel were arrested during the operation, with three additional arrests following.
- ▪The operation seized 2.4 tons of chemical materials worth approximately $363 million.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onNigeria's anti-drug agency shut down large meth laboratory in a raidNigeria's anti-drug agency has busted a major drug syndicate involving Nigerians and MexicansByOPE ADETAYO Associated PressMay 21, 2026, 7:08 AM1:43FILE -A worker carries out confiscated drugs from a warehouse in Lagos, Nigeria, Jan.15, 2003. (AP Photo/Saurabh Das, File)The Associated PressLAGOS, Nigeria -- Nigeria's anti-drug agency said it has busted a transnational organized drug syndicate involving Nigerians and Mexicans in the southwestern region of the country.
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