A legal firm, Tope Temokun Chambers, has accused the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) of unlawfully detaining a woman, Mrs. Dupe Ekujumi, who is reportedly critically ill while in custody in Akure, Ondo State.
In a statement issued on February 13, 2026, and signed by Principal Counsel, Tope Temokun, the chambers alleged that Mrs. Ekujumi has been held by the anti-drug agency since December 10, 2025, without being charged or arraigned in court.
The law firm described the detention as unlawful and accused the agency of violating constitutional provisions and established legal safeguards. It further alleged that Mrs. Ekujumi’s health had significantly deteriorated during her detention, describing the situation as both a humanitarian and legal emergency.
According to the statement, Mrs. Ekujumi, said to be a mother, has been separated from her children and remains in custody without trial. The chambers warned that the NDLEA would be held responsible should her health condition worsen or lead to fatal consequences while in custody.
The firm called on several authorities and institutions, including the NDLEA leadership, the Attorney-General of the Federation, the National Human Rights Commission, and the Nigerian Bar Association, to intervene and ensure her unconditional release as well as immediate access to independent medical care.
Tope Temokun Chambers also urged civil society groups, the media, and the general public to demand accountability, stressing that no government agency operates above the law.
As of the time of filing this report, the NDLEA had not issued an official response to the allegations.
