NDLEA Reaffirms Commitment to Global Fight Against Drug Trafficking

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has reiterated Nigeria’s dedication to international collaboration in combating illicit drugs and transnational organised crime.

Chairman of the agency, Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa (retd.), made this known in a statement issued on Friday in Abuja following his address at the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Training Academy in Quantico, Virginia.

According to a statement signed by NDLEA’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, Marwa spoke at the graduation ceremony of NDLEA officers who participated in an intensive training programme.

The retired general called for a reinforced global offensive against transnational organised crime, noting that the growing sophistication of criminal networks demands stronger law enforcement collaboration across borders.

“Criminal networks operate across borders and therefore require a unified, coordinated and intelligence-driven global response,” Marwa said.

Tribute to Fallen Officers

Marwa described the ceremony as significant, noting that the course honoured Special Investigation Unit members who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service. He paid tribute to the fallen officers, describing them as heroes whose courage and sacrifice continue to inspire personnel worldwide.

Highlighting the course motto, ‘Different nations, shared duty, one fight,’ he said it reflected the collective resolve against organised crime.

Capacity Building Impact

Marwa expressed confidence that the training would enhance the operational capacity of participating agencies, adding that the skills acquired would help disrupt trafficking networks and dismantle organised criminal cartels across the region.

He urged the graduating officers to apply their new competencies with integrity, professionalism and courage.

The NDLEA chairman thanked the United States Department of Justice and DEA leadership for their steadfast partnership and investment in capacity building.

Marwa said the graduation marked the beginning of renewed responsibility for the officers.

“This is to uphold the highest standards of service, protect vulnerable communities and confront criminality wherever it threatens stability,” he said.

He expressed optimism that cooperation between NDLEA and the DEA would continue to yield sustained successes.

According to the News Agency of Nigeria, officers from Nigeria, Ghana and Kenya participated in the intensive programme, gaining advanced operational skills.