# 74-year-old suspect

Type: Person

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## Timeline

- **2026-03-15**: Arrival at Airport — The 74-year-old suspect arrives at Abuja airport for a flight to the UK.
- **2026-03-15**: NDLEA Interception — Officers conduct a search of the suspect's luggage during routine screening.
- **2026-03-15**: Cocaine Discovery — 11kg of cocaine is discovered and the suspect is taken into custody.

## Recent coverage (1 stories)

### NDLEA Intercepts 11kg Cocaine at Abuja Airport: Elderly Courier Case Study
2026-03-15 15:24:21 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 5/10 · Sources: 2

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) apprehended a 74-year-old man at Abuja's Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport with 11kg of cocaine. The suspect was attempting to board a flight to the United Kingdom, highlighting a significant shift in narcotics trafficking tactics and border security challenges.
Full story: https://getlegalbrief.com/story/ndlea-abuja-airport-cocaine-seizure-elderly-courier

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