The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intensified drug sensitisation and surveillance activities across Delta State to curb drug abuse and illicit trafficking.
The Delta State Commander of the Agency,, Mr. Halilu Hamidu, disclosed this during an interactive session with journalists on Thursday. at Ogwashi-Uku
Mr. Hamidu said the NDLEA remains committed to sustained drug awareness campaigns, especially in secondary schools, tertiary institutions, and among youths across the state.
He explained that educating young people on the dangers of drug abuse is a major strategy for reducing substance misuse and related social problems.
The commander also said the agency has extended its sensitisation programmes to patent medicine store owners across the state.
He warned vendors against the illegal sale of controlled substances, stressing that drug misuse poses serious health, social, and security risks.
Mr. Hamidu urged patent medicine dealers to operate strictly within the ambit of the law.
On enforcement, he revealed that the NDLEA had strengthened surveillance and counter-surveillance operations to identify Illicit drug dealers and disrupt supply networks.
He said the proactive measures had led to significant breakthroughs in the agency’s operations in recent times.
The commander disclosed that about 90 per cent of those involved in drug trafficking and sales in Delta State are foreign nationals, mainly from the Republic of Niger.
He added that the NDLEA was working closely with other security agencies to address cross-border drug trafficking.
Mr. Hamidu confirmed that the agency had recorded numerous arrests, with several suspects prosecuted and sentenced to prison.
He said this demonstrates the NDLEA’s zero tolerance for drug-related offences.
The commander reassured residents of the agency’s resolve to sustain the fight against drug abuse and trafficking.
He called on members of the public to support the NDLEA by providing timely and credible information.
