The North East Regional Police Command says it has intercepted 1,195 boxes of Tramadol Hydrochloride 120mg, popularly known as Red, during a joint operation with the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) in Nalerigu.
Deputy Superintendent of Police Robert Anabik Anmain confirmed the seizure, stating, “The consignment was concealed in a truck and arrested at Gbintri near Nalerigu. Six suspects are currently in custody assisting investigations.”
According to the statement, the suspects, identified as Alhassan Braimah, Yakubu Muntaka, Abdulai Shakur, Mumuni Iddrisu, Mumuni Yakubu, and Moses Ayorik, were arrested on 18th September 2025 after two trucks with registration numbers GR 1712-16 and AW 4417-14 were intercepted.
“A search of the trucks uncovered the 1,195 boxes hidden among other goods,” the police added, noting that the exhibits have been secured for evidence.
During interrogation, the suspects allegedly admitted that the drugs were destined for Moses Ayorik at Gbintri for onward delivery to another individual in Gushegu.
DSP Anmain said, “All six suspects are in police custody, and efforts are underway to trace and arrest other individuals connected to the case.”
See full statement below;
