NDLEA HAS APPREHENDED 18,940 SUSPECTS IN TWO YEARS
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By Adeniyi Onaara
In the last two years, the National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency has arrested 18,940 people for various drug-related offenses.
The agency’s Chairman, Brig-Gen. Mohammed Buba-Marwa, stated this during an award presentation in Yola on Tuesday.
The Adamawa Honours Society bestowed the award on him in recognition of his outstanding service to the nation.
He stated that during the review period, the agency obtained 3,324 convictions, seized 5.4 kilograms of various control drugs and narcotic substances, and rehabilitated 3,326 drug abusers.
“Drugs do not discriminate against tribe, religion, or region,” the NDLEA president said, urging parents, community leaders, and religious leaders to step up their anti-drug campaigns.
He stated that the agency had recently acquired drug and lie test kits and that intending couples should be tested for drug use prior to marriage.
“Drug tests will determine whether couples are innocent or not and save marital relationships from collapse due to drug abuse,” he said.
According to him, the agency is working hard to reduce drug supply and demand, emphasizing that this would significantly contribute to the fight against the trend.
Marwa commended President Muhammadu Buhari for supporting the agency in the fight against illicit drugs, adding,” I also commend the Adamawa House of Assembly for enacting laws against drug-related offences”.
He said the award would motivate him to do more and thanked the organizers for selecting him.
Mr Dauda Markus-Gundiri, a group official, stated that Marwa’s track record influenced the award in public service.
He described the awardee as a true “son of the soil,” who served the country with commitment, dedication, and sincerity of purpose, based on his performances in various positions held.
He stated that the group would continue to recognize deserving individuals and groups with such gestures, particularly those who selflessly served humanity.
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