Two Nigerian Men & Kenyan Woman Arrested In Nairobi For Suspected Drug Trafficking (Photos)

In a significant operation by the anti-narcotics unit, two Nigerian nationals and a Kenyan woman have been apprehended in the Kasarani area of Nairobi on suspicion of drug trafficking.

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) announced on Saturday, May 18, 2024, that suspects Stephen Emenike, Chijioke Andrew, and Margaret Wanjiku Kioni were arrested at their hideout on Friday, May 17.

"Two Nigerian nationals and a Kenyan are in custody for their suspected involvement in the trafficking of cocaine, heroin, and methamphetamine," the DCI statement read.

The suspects were ambushed by anti-narcotics officers in Clay City, Kasarani Sub-County. During the operation, authorities seized prohibited drugs with an estimated street value of over Sh1.3 million, along with three weighing machines and various packaging materials.

The DCI confirmed that the suspects and the confiscated items are in custody, pending court proceedings.