Police, NACOC seize 1,195 boxes of tramadol in Nalerigu

The North East Regional Police Command, in collaboration with the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC), has intercepted a large consignment of Tramadol Hydrochloride and arrested six individuals in Gbintri near Nalerigu.

The seizure, which took place on September 18, 2025, involved 1,195 boxes of Tramadol Hydrochloride 120mg, commonly known on the streets as “Red.” The restricted drug was found concealed in a truck during a joint security operation.

The arrested suspects, Alhassan Braimah, Yakubu Muntaka, Abdulai Shakur, Mumuni Iddrisu, Mumuni Yakubu, and Moses Ayorik were picked up after two trucks with registration numbers GR 1712-16 and AW 4417-14 were intercepted. The vehicles were reportedly loaded in Sankase, Republic of Togo, and headed for Gbintri.

A detailed search revealed the boxes hidden among other goods in one of the trucks. Investigations suggest the consignment was meant for Moses Ayorik, who was to facilitate its delivery to a recipient in Gushegu.

All six suspects are in police custody and assisting with investigations. Authorities have confirmed that efforts are ongoing to arrest other members of the suspected trafficking network.

In a statement signed by Deputy Superintendent of Police Robert Anabiik Anmain, the Police Command reiterated its commitment to combating drug trafficking and urged the public to report suspicious activity to help curb the illegal drug trade.