28-Year-Old Suspected Drug Dealer Arrested With ₦5.8m Drugs in Anambra

The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 28-year-old suspected drug dealer, identified as Chinedu Nwankwo, and recovered a large quantity of suspected Cannabis Sativa, Methamphetamine and Colorado (Colos), estimated to be worth ₦5.8 million.
This is contained in a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, Anambra State Command, Awka, SP Ikenga Tochukwu.
According to the statement, the suspect was arrested in the early hours of Saturday, August 29, 2026, by operatives of the Rapid Response Team during an intelligence-driven patrol operation along the Nteje–Otuocha Road.
Preliminary investigation indicates that Nwankwo was allegedly conveying the illicit substances to Otuocha, Anyamelium, Nzam, Umuleri and Aguleri areas for delivery to suspected criminal elements. Investigators are also examining the alleged connection between the consignments and activities capable of disrupting the ongoing Local Government Council elections in the state.
The suspect and recovered exhibits are currently in police custody, while investigation continues to establish the full extent of his activities and identify other persons who may be connected to the alleged network.
The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, psc, mnips, commended the operatives for their vigilance and sustained patrols, particularly during the election period.
CP Ama noted that illicit drugs remain among the factors that can fuel criminality, as drug trafficking and abuse may provide resources and embolden individuals involved in violent and other forms of crime.
The Commissioner reiterated that the Command would continue to intensify intelligence-led operations and targeted raids on identified criminal hideouts and other locations of interest across the state, in collaboration with sister security agencies, to prevent criminal activities and nip them in the bud.
The Command also assured residents of its continued commitment to maintaining public safety and protecting the integrity of the electoral process throughout the state.