101-year-old woman arrested for selling cannabis in Ogun

A 101-year-old woman has been arrested for allegedly selling cannabis in Ogun State, Nigeria. Esther Ogunmabo was apprehended with 90 grams of skunk, a form of cannabis, packaged for sale. She reportedly admitted to selling the substance in her community, stating that a fire destroyed her provisions store, leading her to the illicit trade. Ogunmabo claimed one of her daughters in Lagos supplies her with cannabis every four days.

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) spokesman, Femi Babafemi, confirmed the details. Following the arrest, NDLEA Chairman Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa (retd.) directed that the elderly suspect be granted bail and referred for counseling, considering her age. The agency also announced the arrest of the daughter allegedly linked to supplying the cannabis.

This arrest is part of the NDLEA's ongoing operations against drug trafficking and illicit drug activities nationwide. The agency continues to intensify its campaign against the cultivation, distribution, and sale of illegal drugs across the country. The NDLEA's operations have included various interceptions and arrests at different locations, including the nation's land and maritime borders.

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She said one of her daughters, who resides in Lagos, arranges the supply of the substance to her every four days, which she in turn sold in bits.