Court orders interim forfeiture of Pretty Mike’s nightclub in Lagos

The Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has granted the request of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for the interim forfeiture of Proxy Night Club, owned by popular socialite and entertainer Mike Nwalie, better known as Pretty Mike.

Justice Musa Kakaki issued the order on Tuesday following the hearing of an ex parte motion filed by NDLEA’s counsel, Buhari Abdullahi.

The NDLEA said the club, located at No. 7 Akin Adesola Street, Victoria Island, Lagos, was being used to store and distribute 169 cylinders (384.662 kilograms) of nitrous oxide and 200 grams of cannabis, allegedly in preparation for a drug-themed party.

According to the agency, the raid was based on intelligence about the event, saying operatives reportedly infiltrated the nightclub and shut it down in the early hours to prevent further illegal activity.

More than 200 fun-seekers were arrested during the operation on October 26, 2025.

Ruling on the motion, Justice Kakaki granted the requests of the NDLEA suspending the club’s activities pending the conclusion of investigations. The court also adjourned the matter to January 28, 2026, for a report on the investigation.