Huge Bhang Haul Seized Nairobi
Police officers in Buruburu Sub-County have arrested a man connected to a significant cannabis bust in the Umoja 1 Market area, confiscating at least 20 kilograms of unprocessed bhang.
In a statement from the National Police Service on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, authorities disclosed that this key suspect has been under their watch for some time.
“Police officers from the Nairobi Region have arrested a suspected drug peddler and recovered a large quantity of cannabis during an operation in the Umoja 1 Market area, Buruburu Sub-County,” NPS said.
When the police made the arrest, they disclosed that they had seized 20 kilograms of unprocessed cannabis, which included 3,000 prepared rolls and 33 packages of the substance, all of which were kept as evidence.
They also mentioned that the individual in question has been taken into custody and is now awaiting his arraignment in court.
“During the raid, officers confiscated approximately 20 kilograms of unprocessed cannabis, along with 3,000 prepared rolls and 33 packages of the substance, which were retained as exhibits. The suspect was apprehended and will be arraigned in court,” NPS stated.
According to the National Police Service, the Umoja incident is part of ongoing efforts to tackle the distribution and misuse of narcotics both in the city and nationwide. The NPS praises the officers involved for their alertness and dedication in the battle against drugs and illegal alcohol.
“This operation is part of the National Police Service’s sustained efforts to curb the distribution and abuse of narcotics within the city and across the country. The National Police Service commends the officers involved for their vigilance and commitment to the fight against drugs and illicit alcohol,” NPS said.
Recently, police officers in Meru made a significant bust in a drug trafficking case, seizing 25 kilograms of cannabis sativa from a public service vehicle. The National Police Service (NPS) reported that this operation was set in motion after receiving a tip-off, which led the officers to stop a matatu heading from Nairobi to Maua, with the registration number KCS 884N.
On Monday, October 13, 2025, the NPS announced that they had stopped and thoroughly searched a vehicle, which led to the discovery of drugs cleverly hidden in several pieces of luggage.
Additionally, the NPS shared that during the search, police uncovered the narcotic substance tucked away inside a black suitcase, a black backpack, and a white carrier bag.
According to the NPS, these packages were being transported discreetly among the passengers’ belongings.
“The driver of the vehicle claimed that the luggage belonged to two of his passengers. The suspects were immediately arrested and taken to Meru Police Station, where they are currently being processed pending arraignment in court,” NPS stated.
Huge Bhang Haul Seized Nairobi
