The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested six suspects and seized a cache of illicit substances, including cocaine, heroin, and tramadol, in a raid on a notorious drug enclave in Bonny Island, Rivers State. However, the operation turned tragic when one of the suspects mobilized armed hoodlums to attack the operatives, resulting in the death of Chief Narcotic Agent Sadiq Bako Mujahid.

The operation, which took place on February 6, 2026, resulted in the arrest of six suspects, including the gang leader, Genesis George Benson, and the seizure of a cache of illicit substances, including cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, skunk, and tramadol.

According to reports, the suspects mobilized armed hoodlums to attack the NDLEA operatives, leading to Mujahid’s severe head injuries. Despite being rushed to the hospital, he succumbed to his injuries. NDLEA Chairman Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd) commended the bravery of the officers involved and vowed to continue the fight against illicit drugs. The suspects arrested include ThankGod Okon, Shamsudden Isah, Muhammed Musa, Adamu Muhammed, and Muhammed Yusuf