Nigerian Police Reject ₦500m Bribe, Seize ₦7.8bn Canadian Loud
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Nigerian police arrested a 63-year-old Chinese man at Lagos airport and seized suspected Canadian Loud drugs worth ₦7.8 billion after rejecting a ₦500 million bribe. This operation underscores Nigeria's efforts to fight drug trafficking and corruption within its law enforcement. The case raises questions about the scale of drug smuggling networks operating through Nigerian ports.
Reported Facts
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- •The arrest took place at Lagos airport on May 25, 2026.
- •Police recovered 31 kilograms of suspected Canadian Loud cannabis from the suspect.
- •The suspect is a 63-year-old Chinese national.
- •Police officers refused a ₦500 million bribe offered to release the suspect and drugs.
- •The seized drugs are valued at approximately ₦7.8 billion.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Nigerian authorities successfully prosecute the suspect it could deter drug traffickers using Nigerian airports and strengthen law enforcement credibility.
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AFRICAPremium Times (Nigeria)Police arrest alleged cultists, fraud suspect in Akwa IbomAFRICAPremium Times (Nigeria)Police arrest 63-year-old suspected drug dealer, recover bags of cannabisAFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)Police reject ₦500m bribe, seize suspected Canadian Loud worth ₦7.8bnAFRICAPunch (Nigeria)