In a major crackdown on illicit drug activities, the Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) BEECROFT has successfully dislodged a notorious criminal enclave in the Gidan Drama area of Malu Road, Apapa, leading to the arrest of 27 suspected drug peddlers.
According to a statement released by the Base Information Officer, Lieutenant Hussaini Ibrahim, the raid was conducted on Saturday, April 5, 2025, following credible intelligence received on the presence of drug-related activities in the area. The operation was carried out by personnel of NNS BEECROFT under Operation MESA.
Commodore Paul Ponfa Nimmyel, Commander of NNS BEECROFT, represented by the Executive Officer, Captain Idongesit Udoessien, confirmed the arrests, noting that the suspects comprised 24 males and 3 females. Several hard drugs and illicit substances were recovered during the operation.
Arrested Female Suspects:
Ajike Rahime (20)
Padipe Olamiposin (20)
Ayike Yusuf (21)
Arrested Male Suspects:
Samaili Ibrahim (21)
Yusuf Danjuma (30)
Hamisu Sanusi (34)
Odi Yahaya (20)
Adamu Umaru (23)
Friday Ochoba (45)
Michael Istwuo (25)
Eze Frank (40)
Joshua Esua (20)
Daus John (19)
Musa Andrawus (34)
Nwakaeze David (21)
Abubakar Shamsu (24)
Elisha Mark (18)
Mohammed Umar (22)
Bashir Abubakar (30)
Nafiu Hassan (35)
Akombi Dele Yusuf (34)
Abdullahi Yusuf (23)
Abba Usman (22)
Ukasha Alhassan (29)
Abdullazeez Yusuf (18)
Joshua Emmanuel (21)
Justice Obasa (32)
The suspects, along with the seized substances, have been handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for further investigation and prosecution.
This operation highlights the Navy’s continued commitment to combating drug abuse and trafficking, particularly among vulnerable youth, and reinforces its dedication to national security.
