The Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered the temporary forfeiture of a nightclub owned by popular socialite and entertainer, Pretty Mike, following allegations that the facility was used for drug storage and distribution.

Justice Musa Kakaki issued the order on Tuesday after considering an ex parte motion filed by National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) counsel, Mr. Buhari Abdulahi.

The property, situated at No. 7 Akin Adesola Street, Victoria Island, and operating under the name Proxy Lagos Night Club, was allegedly used as a storage and distribution centre for 169 cylinders (384.662 kilograms) of nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, and 200 grams of cannabis sativa.

According to the NDLEA, the club is owned by Mike Nwalie, popularly known as Pretty Mike, and one Joachim Hillary. The agency claimed the duo planned to use the venue to host a large-scale drug-themed party.

Abdulahi, while moving the motion dated October 27, 2025, requested that the court grant an order for the interim forfeiture of the nightclub to the Federal Government, describing it as an “instrumentality of crime” under the NDLEA Act. He also sought a suspension of all commercial and entertainment operations on the premises pending the conclusion of investigations.

He argued that the order was necessary to safeguard the integrity of the property during the ongoing investigation, emphasizing that no party would suffer undue harm as a result.

In a supporting affidavit deposed by Deputy Commander of Narcotics, Nasiru Garba Bungudu, the NDLEA stated that it had received credible intelligence in October 2025 about preparations for a major drug event at the club. Acting on the information, NDLEA operatives from the Lagos Strategic Command raided the premises around midnight on October 26, 2025.

During the raid, officers reportedly seized 169 cylinders of nitrous oxide and 200 grams of cannabis and arrested over 200 individuals, including the two respondents. Laboratory analysis later confirmed the substances to be controlled drugs.

The affidavit further alleged that the nightclub had a prior record of drug-related activities conducted with the knowledge and consent of its owner.

After reviewing the motion and the evidence presented, Justice Kakaki granted the NDLEA’s requests and ordered the interim forfeiture of the nightclub to the Federal Government.

The court also directed that all business activities at the property remain suspended until investigations are completed. The case was adjourned to January 28, 2026, for further hearing.