The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has declared an alleged drug kingpin, Nnamuka Kelvin Uchenna, popularly known as Odogwu, and three suspected associates wanted over their alleged involvement in operating a clandestine methamphetamine laboratory, producing illicit drugs and laundering drug proceeds.
The declaration followed an order granted by the Federal High Court in Owerri, Imo State, after the NDLEA filed an application before the court on July 3, 2026.
Four Suspects Declared Wanted
The other wanted suspects are Emmanuella Chinonso Iroka, Nnamuka Ifeanyi Kingsley and Ekechi Franklin Chijioke, also known as Ekene Okwunaga.
According to the NDLEA, the suspects are linked to an illegal methamphetamine production facility uncovered at Isiozi in Umuaka, Njaba Local Government Area of Imo State.
During a raid on February 25, 2026, operatives recovered 18.4 kilograms of methamphetamine and other materials used in the production of the illicit drug.
The agency said investigations later identified the four suspects as key figures in the operation, but they have since gone into hiding.
N9.84 Billion Frozen, Assets Seized
The NDLEA disclosed that forensic investigations led to the freezing of bank accounts linked to the suspects with a combined balance of N9.84 billion.
The agency also secured interim forfeiture orders covering several assets allegedly connected to the syndicate, including a filling station, multi-storey residential buildings and four Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs).
Marwa Seeks Public Support
NDLEA Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd.), commended the officers involved in the operation, describing it as another major breakthrough in the agency’s fight against drug trafficking and illicit financial networks.
He appealed to members of the public to provide credible information that could help security agencies locate the wanted suspects, reaffirming the NDLEA’s commitment to tackling drug-related crimes and protecting communities across the country.
