The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Ebonyi State has seized a total of 115.226 kilograms of illegal drugs and arrested 149 suspects during the third quarter of 2024. This was revealed by the NDLEA State Commander, Mr. Peter Ogar, in Abakaliki on Wednesday.
The arrests and drug confiscations occurred in various parts of the state between July and September. Ogar stated that the 149 suspects comprised 112 men and 37 women, all aged between 26 and 72 years. These individuals were involved in drug dealing, trafficking, and use.
The drugs seized include small quantities of crack cocaine (0.0023 kg), Cannabis Sativa (55.492 kg), codeine syrup (0.393 kg), and tramadol tablets and capsules. Other substances seized were methamphetamine, bromazepam, diazepam, lorazepam, monkey tail, and various other psychotropic drugs. The total weight of all substances was over 115 kilograms.
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In the same period, the NDLEA successfully secured one conviction. Ogar emphasized the agency’s continued dedication to combating drug trafficking and abuse across the state and Nigeria as a whole.
The NDLEA also focused on educating the public about the dangers of drug abuse. Ogar highlighted that sensitization campaigns were held for youths, community leaders, and students in primary and secondary schools across several local government areas.
Additionally, the agency provided counseling services to 82 individuals—64 men and 18 women—who were involved in drug-related activities. Ogar expressed gratitude for the strong cooperation between the NDLEA and other security agencies in the state.
