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Youth Ministry and NDLEA Collaborate Against Drug Abuse

The Federal Ministry of Youth Development, represented by Permanent Secretary Dr. (Mrs.) Maryam Ismaila Keshinro, has reaffirmed its commitment to collaborating with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to address drug abuse among Nigerian youths. During a visit from an NDLEA delegation, Keshinro praised the agency's efforts and stressed the importance of inter-agency collaboration to combat this issue.

She highlighted the need for government institutions to work together to prevent drug abuse and ensure that young people entering public service are properly screened. Keshinro also mentioned the Ministry's planned Youth Confabs in October 2026, where young Nigerians will be educated about the dangers of drug abuse.

The NDLEA delegation, led by Assistant Commander General of Narcotics Muhammed Bashir Ibrahim, expressed the agency's commitment to strengthening partnerships to tackle drug abuse, emphasizing a coordinated approach involving various stakeholders. Ibrahim conveyed the support of NDLEA Chairman Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd.) for these initiatives.

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