A Nigerian court has remanded three Mexican nationals and seven other suspects over their alleged involvement in the operation of a multi-billion-naira methamphetamine laboratory uncovered by authorities in the country.
The suspects were ordered to remain in custody following their arraignment over allegations linked to the illegal production of methamphetamine, a highly addictive synthetic drug, at a facility reportedly worth about N480bn ($300m).
The development comes after security agencies uncovered what officials described as one of the largest illicit drug production facilities ever discovered in Nigeria, raising fresh concerns over the growing threat of organised drug trafficking networks operating across borders.
Authorities said the suspects were arrested during a coordinated operation aimed at dismantling the syndicate behind the clandestine laboratory. The investigation is expected to reveal the scale of the operation, its international connections, and the possible distribution network linked to the facility.
The three Mexican nationals are believed to have been among those allegedly involved in the technical operations of the laboratory, while the other suspects include Nigerian citizens accused of supporting the illegal activities.
The case highlights Nigeria’s increasing efforts to tackle the production and trafficking of illicit substances, as the country continues to strengthen cooperation with international partners in combating transnational organised crime.
The suspects will remain in custody pending further proceedings as investigations continue. Authorities have not disclosed additional details about possible charges or the next date of hearing
