Indian Court Acquits Nigerian National in NDPS Case Over Procedural Errors

A court in India has acquitted a Nigerian national who had been charged under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The accused was facing allegations of possession and trafficking of controlled substances. In its judgment, the court highlighted significant procedural lapses that undermined the prosecution’s case. Key issues included failure to follow mandatory investigative protocols and lack of conclusive evidence linking the accused to the alleged crime. The ruling underscores the importance of strict adherence to legal procedures in drug-related prosecutions.