The South African Police Service (SAPS) has arrested a 55-year-old Nigerian national for alleged drug trafficking after he landed at OR Tambo International Airport from São Paulo, Brazil.
SAPS spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Amanda Van Wyk, confirmed that the arrest took place on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, when the man was found to have swallowed cocaine valued at an estimated R7.5 million. Following his arrival, a medical x-ray revealed multiple objects suspected to be pellets containing cocaine.
Van Wyk further stated that the suspect is still releasing the pellets, and he is expected to appear before the Kempton Park Magistrates’ Court soon.
