Police intercept drug consignment en route Borno international borders

The Borno State Police Command has successfully intercepted a significant quantity of an illicit substance, popularly known as “Gumm,” destined for international borders. The discovery was made on June 26, 2026, by operatives of the Command’s X-Squad along the Baga Road-Bypass in Maiduguri.

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In its sustained efforts to combat the trafficking and abuse of illicit drugs and other prohibited substances, the Borno State Police Command, under the leadership of CP Naziru Abdulmajid, psc, has recorded another significant breakthrough with the arrest of a suspect and the recovery of a large cache of illicit substances concealed in sacks.

According to ASP Nahum Daso, the Public Relations Officer of the command, the operation resulted in the seizure of 55 sacks, each containing numerous 60ml bottles of the prohibited substance. The illicit drugs were concealed in an Isuzu Bedford pick-up vehicle, which was thoroughly searched after the interception.

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On 26th June, 2026, at about 1911hrs, operatives of the Command’s X-Squad, acting on credible intelligence, intercepted an Isuzu Bedford pick-up vehicle along Baga Road-Bypass, Maiduguri. A thorough search of the vehicle led to the discovery of fifty-five (55) sacks containing numerous 60ml bottles of an illicit substance popularly known as ‘Gumm.’

Preliminary investigations indicate that the consignment was being transported to the Ngamboru Ngala Local Government Area with the ultimate goal of smuggling it across international borders. During the operation, police arrested the vehicle's driver, identified as Babagana Modu, aged 51. Modu reportedly stated that he was contracted to deliver the consignment to its intended destination.

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During the operation, one Babagana Modu M’51yrs, who was identified as the driver of the vehicle, was arrested. The suspect stated during investigation that he had been contracted to transport the consignment to its intended destination.

The police command has reiterated its commitment to combating drug trafficking and other criminal activities within the state. Efforts are currently ongoing to apprehend additional individuals connected to this illegal operation who remain at large. The case is under active investigation, and further details are expected to be released as progress is made. The command also urged the public to continue providing timely and credible information to aid in crime prevention.

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The case remains under active investigation, and further details will be communicated as investigations progress.