Nigerian woman arrested in India for hiding cocaine in bread
A Nigerian woman, Olajide Iyanuoluwa, has been arrested by Indian authorities for allegedly smuggling cocaine concealed in bread loaves. The cocaine, valued at about N195m, was reportedly found during a police raid in Bengaluru. Iyanuoluwa had travelled to India on a student visa but was not enrolled in any college. Police say she was part of a network supplying drugs across different cities.
What happened
- Olajide Iyanuoluwa, 29, was arrested with 121 grams of cocaine hidden in bread loaves, valued at approximately N195m.
- She was taken into custody by the Karnataka Police after credible intelligence led to a raid in Bengaluru.
- Investigations revealed she entered India on a student visa in 2024 but did not enroll in any educational institution.
- Police seized a mobile phone and other items allegedly used in the drug operation.
- Authorities stated that over 300 foreign nationals, including Nigerians, have been deported from India for drug-related offences.
