Prophet Arrested for Cross-Border Drug Trafficking After Months on the Run

The long arm of the law has finally caught up with Prophet Adefolusho Aanu Olasele, also known as Abbas Ajakaiye, the founder and General Overseer of The Turn of Mercy Church. After months of evading arrest, the self-styled man of God was apprehended by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for allegedly masterminding multiple cross-border shipments of illicit drugs into Nigeria.

 

The dramatic arrest happened on Sunday, August 3, 2025, right after his evening church service in Okun Ajah, along Ogombo Road, Lekki, Lagos. According to eyewitnesses, NDLEA operatives had laid in wait all day, allowing the service to conclude before moving in on the controversial preacher.

 

How the Prophet Fell from Pulpit to Prison

 

Prophet Adefolusho had been on the NDLEA’s radar since June 2025, after operatives intercepted two large consignments of Ghana Loud, a high-grade strain of cannabis, linked directly to him.

 

First Seizure: 200kg of Ghana Loud recovered at Okun Ajah Beach on June 4, 2025.

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Second Seizure: 700kg of the same substance discovered inside his church’s delivery van on July 6, 2025.

 

 

Rather than face the law, the cleric reportedly fled to Ghana through the waterways, evading capture twice before NDLEA agents finally closed in. In his confession, the prophet admitted to smuggling the psychoactive cannabis from Ghana into Nigeria via marine routes.

 

NDLEA’s Statement

 

Femi Babafemi, Director of Media & Advocacy at NDLEA Headquarters, Abuja, confirmed the arrest, stating:

 

“Prophet Adefolusho Olasele has been linked to multiple drug consignments ferried through the waterways from Ghana. His arrest sends a strong message that no one, no matter their title or status, is above the law.”

 

The prophet now faces multiple charges related to drug trafficking, smuggling, and conspiracy, which could carry a lengthy prison sentence if convicted.

 

A Growing Trend of Criminals Hiding Behind the Cloth

 

The case raises disturbing questions about the abuse of religious platforms for criminal purposes. While most religious leaders in Nigeria work tirelessly to guide their congregations, a few bad actors exploit faith for illicit gain. This isn’t the first time NDLEA has exposed high-profile religious figures for drug-related offences, and it underscores the need for vigilance among followers.