Manila, June 14 -- Authorities confiscated PHP107.76 million worth of illegal drugs and arrested 120 suspects in nationwide operations conducted June 4 to 11.

In a news release Sunday, Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Director General Isagani Nerez said 78 operations were carried out across the country during the period.

"These operations were carried out through the coordinated efforts of PDEA Regional Offices, PNP (Philippine National Police) Drug Enforcement Groups, city and municipal police stations, and Regional Special Enforcement and Intelligence Units across all regions of the country," Nerez said.

Of those arrested, 72 were identified as drug pushers, while eight were alleged drug den operators.

All suspects will fac...