The Nigerian Navy and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have arrested 10 suspects and seized suspected illicit drugs during a joint operation in Warri, Delta State.
The operation, conducted between October 19 and 20, 2026, targeted locations allegedly used for the storage, sale and distribution of illicit substances across the Warri general area.
According to a statement issued on Thursday by the Director of Naval Information, Navy Captain AA Folorunsho, the operation was carried out by the Nigerian Navy Ship DELTA in collaboration with the NDLEA.
Items recovered during the operation included five cards of tramadol, 20 litres of Monkey Tail, 20 kilogrammes of cannabis, 10 kilogrammes of Colorado and other exhibits.
The Navy said the operation formed part of ongoing efforts to disrupt drug distribution networks through intelligence-led cooperation with relevant law enforcement agencies.
It added that the suspects and recovered exhibits had been handed over to the NDLEA Warri Area Command for further investigation and possible prosecution.
The statement noted that the Navy would continue to support coordinated operations aimed at tackling drug-related criminal activities and strengthening security within its area of responsibility.
The latest arrests underscore the collaboration between security and law enforcement agencies in efforts to curb the circulation of suspected illicit drugs in Delta State.
