NSCDC Discovers Underground Tunnels at Suspected Drug Hideout in Delta State

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has uncovered underground tunnels and reinforced security barriers at a heavily fortified property suspected of being used for drug-related activities in Asaba, Delta State, raising concerns about possible links to other criminal operations.

The discovery followed a security operation conducted by the NSCDC Commandant’s Patrol Team at Fallingwater Colehouse, Yahweh Close, off Akara Junction, along the 74 Junction–Asaba Specialist Hospital axis.

According to reports, operatives spent three days attempting to gain access to the property before using a blowtorch to breach the roof. After entering the building, they reportedly discovered several layers of reinforced iron doors and underground passages allegedly used as escape routes during security operations.

The NSCDC’s Delta State Command spokesperson, DSC Anthony Akachukwu, said the discovery had prompted further investigations into the facility and the activities allegedly conducted there.

During the operation, security personnel reportedly recovered substances locally known as Loud and Ice, alongside PVC gum and other materials suspected to be associated with drug-related activities.

The command disclosed that several individuals allegedly operating from the premises escaped during the operation, with some reportedly taking away part of the suspected substances.

A man identified as Yakubu was arrested after allegedly arriving at the location to purchase drugs. According to the command’s spokesperson, the man reportedly began negotiating with an operative whom he mistook for someone working at the suspected drug outlet.

The arrest represents an initial development in the investigation, while the authorities continue efforts to identify and apprehend other individuals allegedly connected to the operation.

Beyond the suspected drug trade, the discovery of underground tunnels has raised questions about whether the property may have supported other criminal activities, including kidnapping.

Akachukwu confirmed that the command was investigating the possibility of such links. However, authorities have not established that the facility was used for kidnapping, and the suspected connection remains unverified.

The investigation is also expected to determine who owns the property, who operated the suspected drug outlet and the intended purpose of the underground passages.

The command has indicated that the location will remain under surveillance as efforts continue to prevent the suspected activities from resuming and to secure further arrests.

Another aspect of the investigation concerns a notebook reportedly recovered from the property. According to the NSCDC spokesperson, some entries in the document appeared to suggest that payments had been made to security personnel.

The allegation therefore requires further investigation before any conclusions can be drawn about possible misconduct or the involvement of security personnel.

For communities in Asaba and other parts of Delta State, the discovery highlights the importance of intelligence-led policing, effective inter-agency cooperation and sustained action against suspected criminal networks.

The outcome of the investigation will be important in establishing the extent of the alleged activities, identifying those responsible and determining whether the property was connected to crimes beyond drug distribution.

Obaland magazine will continue to distinguish confirmed developments from allegations as further information becomes available. All suspects are presumed innocent unless proven guilty by a court of competent jurisdiction.

The NSCDC has uncovered underground tunnels at a suspected drug hideout in Asaba, Delta State, recovering suspected illicit substances and arresting one man as investigations continue into possible links to other crimes.