The Digest:
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested 77,792 drug offenders and seized 14,847 kilograms of illicit substances in the last five years, Chairman Buba Marwa announced at an awards ceremony in Abuja. According to Marwa, the operations led to 14,225 convictions and included the arrest of 128 identified drug barons. The agency also provided counselling, treatment, and rehabilitation to 32,442 individuals and conducted 13,735 anti-drug sensitisation activities nationwide as part of its War Against Drug Abuse campaign.
Key Points:
- The scale of arrests and seizures reflects a significant operational tempo against drug trafficking in Nigeria.
- Conviction numbers signal a strengthened criminal justice approach to drug-related offences.
- The inclusion of 128 drug barons indicates a strategic focus on high-level trafficking networks.
- Rehabilitation and awareness efforts highlight a dual strategy of enforcement and demand reduction.
- The five-year report demonstrates sustained institutional momentum under Marwa’s leadership.
Sources: The Nation, Channels TV.
