The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has announced the seizure of 750 tons of illicit drugs over the past three years.
This achievement was highlighted by the agency's Chairman and Chief Executive, Mohammed Marwa (retd.), during the inauguration of the NDLEA Marine Command Headquarters in Lagos, a facility generously donated by the British government.
Marwa emphasized the critical role of international cooperation and inter-agency collaboration in this success. "Our partnership with other maritime law enforcement agencies has led to a significant uptick in drug seizures and arrests," he stated.
The agency's efforts have resulted in the arrest of 41 suspects, with 15 already prosecuted and jailed.
The seized drugs include a variety of substances such as cocaine, codeine, tramadol, methamphetamine, and Loud. Marwa pointed out the increasing sophistication of drug traffickers, who are now using personal vessels like luxury yachts and fishing trawlers to smuggle narcotics.
He called for ongoing collaboration among security agencies to combat these threats, which are linked to organized crime, terrorism, and human trafficking.
British Deputy High Commissioner Jonny Baxter expressed the UK's support for the NDLEA's initiatives, while Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, represented by Secretary to the State Government Mrs. Abimbola Salu-Hundeyin, praised the agency's efforts in safeguarding citizens and enhancing security.
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