NDLEA arrests billionaire drug baron in Switzerland
- On April 28, 2026, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency , in coordination with the United States Drug Enforcement Administration and European partners, dismantled a transnational drug money-laundering network, arresting billionaire drug baron Amadi Simon in Switzerland and two co-conspirators in Nigeria.
- Investigators spent months gathering intelligence linking the suspects to an extensive network of narcotics trafficking and financial crimes, uncovering a complex scheme using front companies, shell entities, and cryptocurrency accounts to conceal hundreds of billions of naira across Nigeria and Europe.
- Authorities traced multi-billion assets linked to the network, including Jovi Hotel in Asaba, Jovi Hotel and Suites in Agbor, and Jovi Apartment in Abuja. The agency blocked several bank accounts and cryptocurrency addresses used to conceal illicit funds.
- NDLEA Chairman Brig Gen Mohamed Buba Marwa stated the operation demonstrates a zero-tolerance policy toward crimes threatening Nigerian stability. He credited the US-DEA's support in intelligence gathering, evidence collection, and tactical operations.
- The NDLEA intends to expand cooperation with the United States and other international partners to combat narcotics trafficking. The United States Mission to Nigeria will continue providing training and critical equipment for ongoing investigations.
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