The Edo State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested three suspects and destroyed five cannabis farms as part of its ongoing efforts to tackle illicit drug cultivation and trafficking in the state.
The operation also led to the interception of a significant quantity of psychotropic substances, according to the command.
NDLEA operatives reportedly carried out the operations in different locations across Edo State, targeting areas suspected to be used for the cultivation, processing and distribution of illicit drugs.
The destruction of the cannabis farms is expected to disrupt the activities
of drug cultivators and prevent further production and distribution of cannabis within and beyond the state.The three suspects arrested during the operations are expected to assist investigators as the agency continues its probe into the sources and networks behind the seized substances.
The Edo Command reaffirmed its commitment to intensifying the fight against illicit drug cultivation, trafficking and abuse, while urging members of the public to provide useful information that could assist law enforcement agencies in curbing the drug trade.
The latest arrests and farm destructions highlight the continued efforts by the NDLEA to protect communities from the harmful effects of illicit drugs.
