The Kogi State Police Command has intercepted a vehicle conveying 400 wraps of substances suspected to be Indian hemp, valued at ₦3.2 million, and arrested a suspect in connection with the consignment.

The interception took place in the Magongo area of Ogori-Magongo Local Government Area during a routine stop-and-search operation by operatives attached to the Akpafa Police Division.

The command’s spokesperson, ASP Salisu Oyiza Afusat, disclosed the development in a statement on Thursday, October 15, 2026.

Suspect Was Travelling From Edo to Abuja

The police identified the suspect only as Abdulrahman, who was reportedly travelling in a Honda vehicle with registration number FST 700 DH from Edo State to Abuja when officers stopped the vehicle.

According to Afusat, preliminary investigations indicated that the suspect was allegedly involved in the sale and distribution of Indian hemp.

The suspect reportedly told investigators that an individual known by the alias “Biggy”, based in Edo State, supplied the consignment for delivery to buyers in Abuja.

The police said the suspect valued the recovered substances at ₦3.2 million.

NDLEA Takes Over Investigation

The police said Abdulrahman and the recovered exhibits had been handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for further investigation and appropriate action.

Efforts are also ongoing to identify and apprehend the alleged supplier, “Biggy”, and other individuals connected to the consignment, including its intended recipients.

The investigation is expected to establish the extent of the suspected drug distribution network and the roles of those allegedly involved.

Police Commend Operatives

The Commissioner of Police in Kogi State, CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi, commended the operatives for their vigilance and reiterated the command’s commitment to intelligence-led policing and sustained stop-and-search operations.

He also emphasised collaboration with relevant agencies to combat the trafficking and distribution of illicit substances.

The command urged members of the public to provide credible information that could assist security agencies in identifying and dismantling criminal networks.

The allegations against the suspect remain subject to investigation.