Another Nigerian arrested in Thailand

Davidsmith Ejiogo arrested in Thailand

Police in Thailand have arrested a Nigerian Davidsmith Ejiogo for allegedly dealing in illicit drugs.

Mr Ejiogo, 26, was arrested on Tuesday in Soi Nanai 8, off Nanai Road in Tambon Patong, Bangkok Post reports Thursday.

It was gathered that officers found in his pockets one sachet of crystal methamphetamine, six of cocaine and four of powdered ecstasy.

Ejiogo was arrested following a tip-off of his planned delivery.

More illicit drugs were reportedly found in his apartment in Kalama.

According to police, the suspect said he bought the drugs from an Asian friend in Bang Thao area of Thalang district, but did not know his real name.

Ejiogo was arrested on the same day as 40-year-old Onyebuchi Ezedinugwu who was held for allegedly overstaying his visa by 2,683 days.