A Nigerian woman has been arrested by the 444th Combat Brigade in Tripoli, Libya, during a sting operation for allegedly possessing approximately 2 kilograms of cocaine.

It was gathered that the woman, in collaboration with foreign accomplices, attempted to distribute the drugs on the local market.

Migrant Rescue Watch, a humanitarian monitoring group, disclosed the arrest on Saturday via their X (formerly Twitter) account.

According to the report, the woman was apprehended during a targeted operation aimed at dismantling drug networks in the Libyan capital.

The suspect is currently in custody following the completion of preliminary criminal investigations.

The statement read, “Units of 444th Combat Brig. during sting-operation in Tripoli arrested a female of Nigerian nationality in possession of est. 2 kg of cocaine. The accused in collaboration with foreign accomplices attempted to sell the drugs on the local market.

By Elizabeth Jenrola Oso

Elizabeth Omojenrola Oso is a Communications and Language Arts graduate, content writer, and reporter with a focus on thoughtful, human-centered storytelling. She is passionate about crafting clear, compelling narratives that inform, engage, and inspire.

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