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NNPC commends NDLEA over N2bn cannabis bust, disowns truck

Summary by The Lagos Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Punch Newspapers, as published by The Punch · September 7, 2026 · 1 min read

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NNPC Ltd. has commended the NDLEA for a significant seizure of cannabis. The value of the seized cannabis is estimated at N2bn.

The seizure occurred in Ondo. A truck was intercepted during the operation, but NNPC Ltd. has disowned the vehicle, stating it is not part of its fleet.

Further details about the seizure and the circumstances surrounding it are available from the source.

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Category: News · Published: September 7, 2026 · Source: The Punch · Reading time: 1 min

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NNPC commends NDLEA over N2bn cannabis bust, disowns truck

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