OFW caught with P43.42 million cocaine at NAIAAuthorities account for PHP43.4 million worth of suspected cocaine found inside the luggage of a 30-year-old female OFW at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3 in Pasay City on Thursday night (Jan. 22, 2026). MANILA, Philippines — Authorities arrested a woman at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 in Pasay City on Thursday night for trying to smuggle cocaine worth P43.42 million into the country. When her luggage was opened, security officers found 8.19 kilos of cocaine concealed in a false compartment covered with clothing. Charges for violation of Republic Act 9165, or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act, are being prepared against the suspect. Meanwhile, the PDEG arrested two high-value targets during a sting in Pasig City on Thursday.

Source: Philippine Star January 23, 2026 16:45 UTC