FUNMILOLA ADEYEMI, ADBN NEWS
Saudi authorities have released three Nigerian pilgrims who were detained in Jeddah last month over alleged drug trafficking. The victims, two women and one man, were arrested after a criminal syndicate at Kano Airport tagged illicit drugs with their names.
Investigations by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) led to the arrest of the syndicate leader, Mohammed Ali Abubakar, and three accomplices, which proved the innocence of the pilgrims. Their release was secured through high-level engagements backed by President Bola Tinubu and key government officials.
The NDLEA said the case underscores the need for heightened airport security and prompt reporting of criminal syndicates to safeguard Nigeria’s image and protect innocent travellers.
