DAILY POST
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, says it arrested 284 suspects between January and December 2024 in Kogi State.
The agency said during the period, it also confiscated 5,232,575kg of illicit drugs and counterfeit currency worth 2 million U.S. dollars and N20.4 million in various denominations.
The NDLEA Commander in the state, Mustapha Yahuza, made the disclosure during a news conference on Monday in Lokoja, the state capital.
Yahuza also disclosed that the agency had destroyed 10 hectares of marijuana plantations in the state.
He described the achievements as huge and remarkable in the ongoing battle against drug abuse and trafficking in the region.
In spite of facing numerous challenges, Yahuza stressed that the success was made possible by the dedication and hard work of the agency’s personnel.
The state NDLEA boss applauded his officers and men for their professionalism in combating substance abuse and trafficking.
“The more than five tonnes of drugs seized include Cannabis Sativa, Tramadol, Diazepam, Methamphetamine, Rohypnol, and Exol-5.
“Other drugs seized include Cocaine, Codeine, Pethidine Injection, Ergometrine Injection, Nitrous Oxide, and Heroin.
“As a result of the agency’s efforts, 91 individuals have been convicted, while other cases are still under trial at the Federal High Court in Lokoja.
“In addition to enforcement, the NDLEA has been active in drug abuse prevention and education,” Yahuza said.
Yahuza reported that 51 schools and organisations were sensitised on the dangers of drug abuse throughout the year.
The agency also counselled 195 individuals referred…
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