Two arrested as NACADA raids drug dens in Makueni
Counties
By
Mate Tongola
| Apr 10, 2025
The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) intensified its nationwide crackdown on drug trafficking with a successful raid in Kabaa Village, Mbiuni, Makueni County, resulting in the arrest of two suspected bhang traffickers.
The Thursday mid-morning operation, led by NACADA enforcement officers was conducted following a tip-off from vigilant members of the public.
During the raid, officers seized a significant quantity of illicit substances, including 20 brooms and 87 sticks of bhang.
They also recovered drug-related paraphernalia such as Rizla rolling papers, scissors, and an undisclosed amount of cash believed to be proceeds from the illegal trade.
The suspects were arraigned in court on Thursday to face charges related to trafficking in narcotic drugs.
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NACADA Chief Executive Officer Dr. Anthony Omerikwa commended both the enforcement team and the local community for their crucial role in the operation.
“This arrest sends a strong message to drug traffickers and peddlers that their days are numbered,” said Dr. Omerikwa.
“We remain steadfast in our commitment to dismantling drug networks across the country. No location is too remote — if you traffic drugs, we will find you.”
The Authority has confirmed that similar operations will be scaled up in the coming weeks as part of a broader initiative targeting narcotics distribution networks across the country.