In a stunning development, the Nigeria Police Force has arrested a serving soldier, Lance Corporal Sani Aminu, for possession of suspected illicit substances, specifically “Canadian Loud” – a highly potent synthetic strain of cannabis.
The arrest, which occurred on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, took place in Lagos State and has sent shockwaves through the military and law enforcement community. Aminu, bearing service number 13NA/70/11481, was apprehended by a police patrol team led by Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Alex Dung.
According to an official police signal obtained by Sahara Reporters, the operation took place at approximately 8:15 pm near the Abalti Barracks in the Surulere area of Lagos. The patrol team intercepted the soldier, who was reportedly carrying a substantial quantity of the illegal substance.
The internal police communication detailing the incident read:
“SITUATION REPORT X ARREST OF MILITARY PERSONNEL X TODAY BEING 15/01/2025 X AT ABOUT 2015HRS X PATROL TEAM LED ASP ALEX DUNG ATTACHED MINE X INTERCEPTED AND BROUGHT TO THE STATION 13NA/70/11481 L/ CPL SANI AMINU ATTACHED TO ABALTI BARRACKS SURULERE X WITH SUBSTANCE SUSPECTED TO BE CANADIAN LOUD X SUSPECT WILL BE TRANSFERRED TO CP TACTICAL SQUAD 1 FOR FURTHER INVESTIGATION PLEASE X SUPOL 74 ORILE-IGANMU.”
The arrest marks a significant breakthrough in the ongoing efforts by the Nigeria Police Force to curb the proliferation of illicit drugs in the country. It also underscores the growing concern about drug-related offenses within the ranks of security personnel.
Sources within the police confirmed that Lance Corporal Aminu has been handed over to the Commissioner of Police Tactical Squad for further investigation. The discovery of a military personnel allegedly involved in drug-related activities has raised questions about the effectiveness of internal disciplinary measures within the armed forces.
This incident is expected to spark renewed conversations about the need for stricter screening and monitoring of security personnel, as well as collaboration between the military and law enforcement agencies to root out illicit drug use and trafficking.
Authorities have assured the public that a thorough investigation will be conducted, with appropriate disciplinary measures taken against the suspect if found guilty.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
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