The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has issued a stern warning to nightclub operators, event centre owners, and fun seekers across Nigeria to desist from organising or attending drug-fueled parties, describing such activities as serious criminal offences under the nation’s narcotics laws.
This warning follows a weekend operation in Lagos, during which NDLEA operatives raided Proxy Night Club, located on Akin Adesola Street, Victoria Island, over an alleged drug-themed party held between Saturday night, October 25, and the early hours of Sunday, October 26, 2025.
Major Seizure and Arrests
In a statement signed by Femi Babafemi, NDLEA’s Director of Media and Advocacy, the agency confirmed that over 100 individuals were arrested during the operation, including the club’s owner, Mike Eze Nwalie Nwogu, popularly known as Pretty Mike, and his manager, Joachin Millary.
Both are currently in custody for further investigation, while others were profiled, counselled, and released after preliminary debriefing.
During the raid, operatives seized approximately 384.886 kilograms of Canadian Loud, a potent strain of cannabis, alongside other narcotic substances discovered in the club’s storage areas.
“Any gathering organised for the purpose of consuming, distributing, or promoting the use of illicit substances constitutes a criminal offence under the NDLEA Act,” the statement read.
“These so-called ‘drug parties’ will be met with decisive enforcement action.”
Intelligence-Led Operation
According to Babafemi, the operation was a product of weeks of credible intelligence and surveillance on the facility.
Undercover agents reportedly infiltrated the club on Saturday night, purchasing and observing the open sale and consumption of drugs between 11:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m., before enforcement teams moved in to disrupt the event and make arrests.
The NDLEA stressed that the operation was executed with professionalism and respect for human rights, ensuring that suspects were properly profiled and evidence was securely documented for prosecution.
“Our operatives acted on verified intelligence and maintained surveillance for several hours. We ensured that the operation was thorough and evidence-based to support future legal action,” Babafemi stated.
Warning to Property Owners
The agency further cautioned property owners, hotel managers, and event planners who knowingly permit their facilities to be used for such illegal gatherings.
It warned that any property linked to drug trafficking or abuse could be sealed, forfeited to the Federal Government, and its owners prosecuted under the NDLEA Act.
“We urge business owners to be vigilant and take responsibility for what happens on their premises. Turning a blind eye to drug-related activities is not a defence in law,” the statement warned.
A Growing Threat
NDLEA described the trend of drug-themed parties as a disturbing social menace that fuels addiction, threatens public safety, and undermines ongoing national efforts to curb substance abuse among young people.
The agency expressed concern that such parties are increasingly promoted on social media, drawing in young Nigerians who see them as entertainment rather than serious criminal activity.
“Drug parties pose a growing threat to our youth and national security,” Babafemi added. “They glamorize drug abuse, encourage dependency, and destroy lives. The NDLEA will continue to identify and dismantle such networks.”
Call for Collective Vigilance
The agency also appealed to parents, religious leaders, community heads, and school authorities to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities in their areas, emphasizing that tackling substance abuse requires collective effort.
“The fight against drugs cannot be left to NDLEA alone. We call on families, communities, and institutions to help us prevent this culture of drug abuse from spreading further,” the statement concluded.
Background
Over the past year, the NDLEA has intensified its operations across entertainment hubs in Lagos, Abuja, and other major cities, in response to the rise of narcotic use in nightclubs and private parties. Several high-profile arrests and seizures have been made, underscoring the agency’s resolve to dismantle illicit drug networks operating under the guise of nightlife entertainment.
With the latest raid in Victoria Island, the NDLEA has once again sent a clear message — no space in Nigeria will be allowed to operate above the law.
