Togolese National Gendarmerie officers on patrol in Kpalimé detained a resident identified only as E. Komlan.[1][2] A search of his home found 1,054.6 kg of cannabis stored on the premises.[1][2] The cannabis was carefully packaged in 1,124 blocks that were intended for illegal export.[1][2] The suspect and all of the seized items were handed to the competent brigade so that the investigation could continue.[1][2]

During the same operation, officers also discovered a motorcycle without registration papers and a homemade hunting rifle.[1][2] The presence of the motorcycle and the weapon suggested the possible existence of a structured trafficking network.[1]

The operation took place in the commune of Kloto 1 in Kpalimé and unfolded between 17 and 18 November 2025.[1][2] The National Gendarmerie presented the haul as a major seizure of narcotics by its officers.[1] It reminded the public of the dangers linked to drug trafficking and urged residents to report any suspicious activity to strengthen security in the region.[1][2]