India, Sept. 27 -- A 35-year-old Nigerian national, Valentine alias James Amuche Ezeza, was on Friday arrested by the Anti-Narcotics Unit 1 of Pune City Police for allegedly possessing and selling mephedrone (MD) drugs.

The arrest took place in Kondhwa, after police received a tip-off during routine patrolling. The suspect, known for previous involvement in a narcotics case, was spotted waiting near Purandar Medical.

The police seized 62.22 grams of MD, worth around Rs.12 lakh in the illegal market, two mobile phones worth Rs.25,000, and a motorcycle also valued at Rs.25,000. Authorities believe he was actively involved in the city's drug distribution network.

During interrogation, Ezeza confessed to carrying the drugs for sale and adm...