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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted a shipment of cocaine cleverly concealed in prayer beads and locally crafted shoes.
NDLEA spokesperson Femi Babafemi revealed this in a statement on Sunday, sharing images of the confiscated drugs on X (formerly Twitter).
He confirmed that several suspects had been apprehended in connection with the illicit consignment.
“In this sacred month, when people are engaged in worship and devotion, some individuals chose to smuggle cocaine using prayer beads and handmade shoes, attempting to defile the sanctity of the holy land,” Babafemi stated.
He further noted that NDLEA operatives successfully thwarted the smuggling attempt, ensuring that the illicit substances did not reach their intended destination.