Nigerian National's ₹23 Crore Synthetic Drug Ring Cracks Down in Bengaluru
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A Nigerian national, AGK Naigoo Okafor, 42, has been arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly running a massive synthetic drug ring worth ₹23 crore. The accused, who arrived in India on a business visa in 2017, had overstayed his visa and continued to expand his operations, sourcing drugs from Delhi and storing them at his residence. According to police, Okafor had established a well-mapped distribution network, supplying drugs to networks in Karnataka, Chennai, and Hyderabad, with a strong clientele among students and peddlers linked to nightlife circuits. The seized drugs, including 11.5 kg of MDMA crystals and 1,040 Ecstasy tablets, were part of a large consignment prepared ahead of New Year celebrations. Police believe Okafor had planned to aggressively push the drugs among youngsters by coordinating with local peddlers, with a significant portion of the consignment intended for resorts, pubs, bars, and restaurants in Bengaluru. The arrest marks one phase of a broader effort to disrupt the drug flow before holiday celebrations reach their peak. The police are now questioning Okafor to identify his associates, determine how long they have worked with him, and trace the routes used to transport drugs into the city. The Central Crime Branch is also examining links to supply lines originating in Delhi and Mumbai. The arrest is seen as a major breakthrough in the fight against the illicit drug trade in the region.
