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Delta Police Raid "Bolero Club," Arrest Over 160 in Major Crackdown on Youth Drug Abuse

In a major offensive against drug abuse and organized crime, the Delta State Police Command has conducted a high-profile raid in Agbor, arresting over 160 individuals, all of whom are youths, and seizing large quantities of illicit substances.

The Operation at "Bolero Club"

Police officers, led by Deputy Commissioner of Police (Operations) DCP Olumuyiwa Adejobi and supported by tactical teams, stormed the "Bolero Club" in Agbor on the evening of Tuesday, December 10, 2025. The venue was a known hub for criminal activity, including drug peddling.

The operation resulted in the arrest of 110 males and 51 females, bringing the total to 161 suspects. According to official police statements, all suspects are youths, highlighting the specific concern over drug abuse within this demographic.

Substances Seized: Law enforcement recovered a significant haul of drugs, including substances locally known as "Nigerian loud," "Canadian loud," as well as CSC codeine, Captain Black, Ice (methamphetamine), and 200mg Tramadol tablets.

Context and Official Statements

This raid is part of a sustained, statewide security crackdown. Police spokesperson SP Bright Edafe described the rate of drug abuse among youths as "getting out of hand," stating the operation aimed to dismantle a "drug cartel" in Agbor.

The arrests coincide with separate but related law enforcement activities in Delta State:

*   Separate Drug Busts: Just days earlier, on December 5, police arraigned 18 suspected drug peddlers in court. These suspects were arrested in Asaba at locations known for drug sales and have been remanded in prison.
*   Weapons Recovered: In a parallel crackdown on cultism, police in Abraka recovered two pump-action guns and 39 live cartridges from a 67-year-old suspect on December 6.

All 161 suspects from the Agbor raid have been transferred to the Area Command Headquarters for profiling and further investigation. The police have vowed to sustain these intensified operations to dismantle criminal networks across the state.

The timing of this major bust is significant, as authorities aim to disrupt the supply of drugs during the festive season, a period when abuse and related crimes often spike.

I hope this detailed report is helpful. If you would like information on the specific legal processes these suspects might face or the rehabilitation programs available in the state, I can provide further details.
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