RismadarVoice Reporters
August 23, 2026
A 101-year-old woman, Esther Ogunmabo, has been arrested by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for allegedly selling cannabis in Ilisan, Ogun State.
The centenarian was arrested on August 15, 2026, with 90 grammes of cannabis, reportedly packaged in small quantities for sale.
According to NDLEA spokesman, Femi Babafemi, Ogunmabo admitted selling the substance within the community and claimed she became involved in the trade after a fire destroyed her provisions store.
She reportedly told investigators that a daughter based in Lagos supplied her with cannabis regularly for resale.
Following her arrest, NDLEA Chairman, Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa (retd.), directed that the elderly woman be granted bail and referred for counselling due to her age.
The agency also disclosed that the daughter allegedly linked to the supply of the cannabis had been arrested as investigations continue.
