ESPN CONFIRMED: Baltimore orioles left stunned after a disclosed announcement on the entire media. Baltimore orioles player Cal Ripken Jr. announced a sudden divorce to his wife Laura L. Kiessling after she tested…..

NDLEA’s War on Drugs: A Look at the Agency’s Recent Successes
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has been making headlines recently with its efforts to combat drug trafficking and abuse in Nigeria. In a series of operations across the country, the agency has arrested hundreds of suspects and seized large quantities of illicit substances.

Recent Arrests and Seizures
In one of its most recent operations, the NDLEA arrested 57 suspects in Kano State, including dealers and users, as part of a joint operation with the police. The agency also seized assorted illicit substances and locally made weapons during the raid. This operation is part of the agency’s efforts to rid Kano of drug abuse and related crimes ¹.

In another operation, the NDLEA arrested two suspected drug kingpins, Victor Nwosa and Felix Chika Obiegbu, in Lagos, after recovering consignments of cocaine, heroin, and methamphetamine prepared for export to Europe and beyond. The agency also seized 4.33 kilograms of heroin and 448 grams of cocaine from Nwosa’s home, while 2.902 kilograms of methamphetamine were recovered from Obiegbu’s residence ².

Dismantling of Cocaine Cartels
The NDLEA has also made significant progress in dismantling cocaine cartels operating in Nigeria. In a recent operation, the agency arrested six suspects, including the alleged leader of a major cocaine cartel, Alhaji Hammed Taofeek Ode. The agency seized several kilograms of cocaine concealed in walls of cocoa butter body cream containers, stainless cups, and hair gel containers. Ode, who claimed to be a businessman and real estate developer, admitted ownership of the consignment valued at over N150 million ³ ⁴.

Statistics on NDLEA’s Efforts
The NDLEA’s efforts to combat drug trafficking and abuse have yielded significant results. Between January and August 2023, the agency arrested 8,561 drug traffickers and seized 888,743 drugs. The agency also secured 2,224 convictions during the same period. In Ebonyi State, the NDLEA seized 115.226 kilograms of illicit substances and arrested 149 suspects in the third quarter of 2024 ⁵ ⁶.

Conclusion
The NDLEA’s war on drugs is an ongoing effort to combat the menace of drug trafficking and abuse in Nigeria. The agency’s recent successes are a testament to its commitment to protecting the nation from the harmful effects of illicit substances. With the support of other security agencies and the public, the NDLEA is determined to rid Nigeria of drug cartels and protect its citizens from the scourge of drug abuse.

*NDLEA’s Achievements:*

– *Arrests:* Over 8,000 drug traffickers arrested between January and August 2023
– *Seizures:* 888,743 drugs seized between January and August 2023
– *Convictions:* 2,224 convictions secured between January and August 2023
– *Recent Operations:* 57 suspects arrested in Kano State, including dealers and users
– *Cocaine Cartels:* Two major cocaine cartels dismantled, six suspects arrested ⁵ ¹ ³