Nigerian man denied bail over alleged drug sales in India
A court in India has refused bail to Cristian Soporuchukwu, a 44-year-old Nigerian accused of drug trafficking. Authorities allege that Soporuchukwu entered India on a business visa and later became involved in selling MDMA crystals to students and IT workers. He was reportedly arrested by Beguru police in connection with these activities. The case highlights ongoing concerns about Nigerians facing prosecution for drug-related offences in India.
What happened
- Cristian Soporuchukwu was denied bail by the High Court of Karnataka after being arrested for allegedly selling MDMA crystals.
- Police said he was caught near Begur Lake and AECS Layout Road with about 1 kg of MDMA, a weighing machine, zip-lock covers, a mobile phone, and a scooter.
- Authorities claim Soporuchukwu overstayed his business visa and became connected with suspected drug dealers in Goa, Delhi, and Mumbai.
- The court ruled that procedural mistakes in his arrest could not be used to secure bail in serious drug cases.
- Earlier, Chijioke Wisdom and Chigozie were also arrested in South Delhi’s Maidan Garhi for alleged drug trafficking, following intelligence received on April 27 and reported on May 2.
