NDLEA finds ecstasy hidden in bicycle luggage carriers
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has discovered hundreds of MDMA pills, also known as Ecstasy, hidden in bicycle luggage carriers intended for Europe. Femi Babafemi, the agency’s Director for Media and Advocacy, revealed the seizure in a narco-trend alert shared on X. He cautioned the public against accepting parcels or luggage if they are unaware of the contents or did not pack them personally. The NDLEA warned that anyone caught with such items could be held responsible if illicit drugs are found.
What happened
- The NDLEA uncovered MDMA pills concealed in bicycle luggage carriers during a recent operation.
- Femi Babafemi shared details of the seizure and issued a warning to the public on X.
- The agency emphasized that accepting unknown parcels can lead to legal consequences if drugs are discovered.
- Drug traffickers have used various methods to hide narcotics, including in lipsticks, prayer beads, yoghurt packs, MP3 players, children’s toys, and vehicle side mirrors.
- The NDLEA continues to alert the public about the evolving tactics of drug trafficking syndicates.
