In a massive crackdown on narcotics at Nigeria’s busiest aviation gateway, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency’s Murtala Muhammed International Airport Strategic Command in Ikeja has intercepted 9,058.543 kilograms of illicit drugs and apprehended 260 suspects from 2025 to date.
Command Commander, Mohammad Ahmad disclosed these figures on Friday, noting that the agency also successfully secured the conviction of 101 offenders during this period.
The announcement coincided with the command’s commemoration of the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, which is observed globally every June 26 since its establishment by the United Nations in 1989. This year’s event was held under the theme “World Drug Problem: Persisting Issues, New Challenges, Innovative Responses,” focusing heavily on strengthening international cooperation to combat trafficking and address emerging challenges.
Ahmad attributed these significant achievements to the consistent application of innovative drug law enforcement strategies designed to safeguard the nation from the perils of trafficking.
He emphasized that the results reflect the command’s dedication but stressed the need for sustained collaboration among government agencies, local communities, and key stakeholders to effectively manage the illicit trade flowing through the airport.
This call for unified action was echoed by retired Assistant Commander-General of Narcotics Ibiba Odili, who urged Nigerians to actively support anti-drug campaigns, framing collective action as a vital shield against the rising threat of substance abuse.
Additionally, event participants like Chibuzor Osakwe highlighted the critical need for continuous public enlightenment, specifically targeting the youth who remain highly vulnerable to drug abuse.
The robust numbers coming out of the Lagos airport command align with a broader, high-intensity offensive by NDLEA against major drug syndicates, suppliers, and kingpins nationwide. Newsscroll.
