21/10/2026
NIGERIAN NATIONAL ON HVI LIST ARRESTED IN ANGELES; ₱5.97-M ECSTASY SEIZED
Under the leadership of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief, Philippine National Police (PNP), an anti-illegal drug operation in Angeles City, Pampanga, resulted in the seizure of 3,510 suspected ecstasy tablets with a Standard Drug Price (SDP) of ₱5.967 million and the arrest of a Nigerian national identified as a High Value Individual (HVI) on October 16, 2026.
The operation was carried out along 1st Street, Barangay Balibago by personnel of Police Station 4 of the Angeles City Police Office, together with the City Intelligence Unit, City Drug Enforcement Unit, Regional Drug Enforcement Unit 3, Regional Intelligence Unit 3, and RID-RSOG, in coordination with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Region 3.
Aside from the suspected ecstasy, authorities recovered the marked money used in the operation. The seized items were secured for proper documentation and examination, while the arrested suspect was brought to the police station for appropriate processing.
Charges for alleged violations of Sections 5 and 11, Article II of Republic Act No. 9165, or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002, are being prepared for filing before the proper authorities.
PGen Nartatez said the arrest reflects the PNP’s vigilance against illegal drug activities, including those involving foreign nationals, while ensuring that every operation remains lawful and respectful of due process.
“Our laws apply to everyone, regardless of nationality. When credible information points to the movement of illegal drugs, we act on it through proper coordination and lawful police operations. Ang mensahe natin ay simple: we will continue to protect our communities and prevent illegal drugs from gaining a foothold in the country.”
The operation is part of the PNP’s continuing campaign against illegal drugs and reflects the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly the Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO), which emphasizes focused, coordinated, and results-oriented police action.
The PNP continues to strengthen coordination with partner law enforcement agencies in support of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s call for safer communities and more responsive public service. These efforts are part of the PNP’s continuing commitment to “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman,” while upholding the law and respecting due process in every police operation.
(PNP-PIO)