NDLEA Detects N351M Worth of Heroin in Footballs and Rugs

Sniffer dogs of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have detected three consignments of heroin hidden inside various sizes of balls as well as woollen carpets. The estimated street value of the drug was N351m.

It was also gathered that the heroin, which was imported from Pakistan, had a total weight of 29.260kg.The rug consignment of 14kg came as cargo on a flight while the other two consignments of balls weighing 10.230kg and 5.030kg were imported through another airline.

The goods have been abandoned and no arrest has been made yet. The matter is thoroughly being investigated by the NDLEA.