101-Year-Old Great-Grandmother Arrested on Suspicion of Drug Dealing

POLICY WIRE — City, Nigeria — Esther Ogunmabo, a 101-year-old great-grandmother, was arrested by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) on suspicion of dealing drugs. Authorities...

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August 25, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — City, Nigeria — Esther Ogunmabo, a 101-year-old great-grandmother, was arrested by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) on suspicion of dealing drugs. Authorities apprehended Ogunmabo following an investigation into the sale of skunk, a potent form of cannabis.

NDLEA officers executed a search warrant at Ogunmabo’s residence, where they reportedly discovered a significant quantity of drugs packaged in sachets. The agency has not disclosed the exact amount or value of the seized substances.

Ogunmabo is currently in custody as the NDLEA continues its investigation. The case has drawn considerable attention due to the advanced age of the suspect.

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