The Anti-Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances Agency says it has arrested two Nigerien nationals in the city of Misrata on suspicion of drug trafficking. In a statement on Thursday, the agency’s Misrata branch said the arrests were carried out in coordination with the Counter-Terrorism Force. Officers reportedly seized 58 tablets suspected to be the psychotropic drug tramadol, 93 pieces of cannabis, and seven papers said to be used for drug consumption. The agency said the two suspects have been referred to the Anti-Narcotics Prosecution Office for further legal proceedings.

Source: Libya Observer February 26, 2026 12:06 UTC