Metro
Police nab couple operating drug trafficking ring in Imo
The Imo State Police Command has arrested a couple, Mr Collins and Mrs Onyinyechi Iwunze, over alleged involvement in hard drug trafficking in Umunjoku Obiokwu Amakohia-Ubi, located in Owerri West Local Government Area.
The Command’s spokesperson, DSP Henry Okoye, confirmed the arrest on Friday, stating that the operation was part of ongoing efforts to rid the state of criminal elements and strengthen public safety.
According to him, operatives from the Command’s surveillance unit acted on credible intelligence before storming the suspects’ residence, where the couple was apprehended.
Okoye said Collins, aged 51 years, and his wife, Onyinyechi, currently 43 years, allegedly dealt in hard drugs in commercial quantities.
He said a bag containing assorted illicit substances was recovered during the operation, adding that the couple are currently in custody while investigations continue.
Okoye said “operatives of the Imo State Police Command’s Surveillance Unit, acting on credible intelligence, arrested two suspects involved in the sale of prohibited hard drugs. The operation was carried out on 27th March 2026 at about 0630hrs at Umunjoku Obiokwu Amakohia-Ubi in Owerri West LGA.
”The suspects, Collins Iwunze (51) and his wife, Onyinyechi Iwunze (43), were apprehended at their residence, where they allegedly dealt in hard drugs in commercial quantities. A bag containing assorted illicit substances was recovered during the operation.
”The suspects are currently in custody, while investigations are ongoing to facilitate their prosecution”, he said.
Already, the state police boss, Audu Bosso, has commended the operatives and reiterated the command’s commitment to combat drug-related crimes.
He appealed to the public to report suspicious activities to the nearest police station or via 0803 477 3600.
Follow Us on Google Discover
Opposition will front a single candidate against Tinubu, announcement will be made few days to election – Lukman
La Liga: Unstoppable Barcelona beat Real Betis 5-2 to extend winning run
EPL: Super Eagles star Iwobi fires Fulham to first league victory
Ogun hospital under fire as Nurse dies of asthma attack amid alleged oxygen failure
Maryam Babangida Center for Women Devt gets first wheel chair ramp after 34 years
Shettima inaugurates Arewa for Asiwaju campaign office in Abuja
2027: ‘APM will beat Tinubu in 12 battleground states’ – Makinde’s campaign team
Veteran Journalist, diplomat Dele Cole dies at 86
Suspended NSCDC commandant apologises over deaths of suspected illegal miners in Niger
EPL: Martinez rushed to hospital after head injury as Chelsea beat Everton
COAS arrives Borno as Military moves to clear terrorist camps, rescue abductees
Macky Sall quits race for UN Secretary-General position
Buhari backed Osinbajo’s presidential ambition four times, Akande tells Babachir Lawal
Dr. Benjamins‑Laniyi urges media to amplify women’s leadership, adopt gender‑sensitive reporting
Pope Leo XIV set to leave hospital after lung cancer surgery
Erisco Foods announces 13 job openings across Nigeria – Apply Now
2027: Step down if you are not working for Tinubu – Deji Adeyanju dares Obi, Kwankwaso
House Officers, Nurses, Radiographers, Others wanted as DELSUTH opens recruitment – Apply Now
Tinubu reappoints Bala Bila as INEC commissioner, nominates six others
Elon Musk unveils Tesla’s ‘flying’ car in stunning demonstration
2027: Kwankwaso a goat in sheep’s clothing, secretly working for Tinubu – Atiku Campaign Council
2027: Tinubu to miss rallies in over 20 States as APC releases campaign timetable
33 Governors cannot be wrong in supporting Tinubu – Bayo Onanuga
Security forces arrest five suspects over abduction of 20 NYSC members in Imo
Gunmen storm Plateau, kill traditional ruler at residence
Atiku fully fit, ready to campaign in all 36 states, interact with Nigerians – ADC PCC
2027: ‘Don’t trust your destiny to ‘kalokalo’ people’ – Wike warns Rivers voters against Atiku, Amaechi, Obi
Outrage as suspected cultists unveil renovated police post in Rivers
BREAKING: Oyebanji makes history as first Ekiti Governor to win second consecutive term
