NDLEA's Marwa Presents Drug Control Achievements at UN

Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), the Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), spoke at the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, USA. He emphasized the agency's transformation from a primarily enforcement-focused organization to an integrated, intelligence-led body.

Between January 2025 and September 2026, the NDLEA recorded 38,242 arrests, seized over 5.8 million kilograms of illicit drugs valued at more than ₦2.5 trillion, and secured 6,232 convictions. Additionally, over 16,303 individuals received counselling, treatment, or rehabilitation.

Marwa noted the need to dismantle sophisticated trafficking networks and highlighted the Alternative Development initiative in Ondo State, which supports residents transitioning from illicit cannabis cultivation to legitimate agriculture. He also mentioned the NDLEA’s Drug Integrity Test and Visa E-Administration System as digital tools enhancing public administration.

Marwa called for strengthened international intelligence-sharing to prevent criminal networks from exploiting jurisdictional gaps, reinforcing Nigeria's commitment to comprehensive drug control strategies.