The FCT Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has reported intercepting approximately 3,091.032 kilograms of suspected illicit drugs, valued at over N56.9 million, between January and the present date.
Mr. Kabir Tsakuwa, the FCT Commandant of the agency, revealed these findings during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Abuja on Wednesday.
Tsakuwa disclosed that the seized illicit drugs encompassed substances such as suspected cannabis sativa, cocaine, Methamphetamine, Heroin, Tramadol, Rohypnol, Diazepam, Ecstasy, and Megadon.
Over the stated period, a total of 343 drug suspects were apprehended, comprising 328 males and 15 females.
Within this timeframe, 188 drug offenders faced prosecution, out of which 126 were convicted and sentenced to varying prison terms.
Notably, the largest portion of the seized drugs, accounting for approximately 3,022.529 kilograms, was cannabis sativa.
The overall estimated monetary value of these seized drugs stands at around N56,903,600.
Additionally, the NDLEA leader highlighted that 33 individuals struggling with drug use disorders underwent rehabilitation, while 102 drug users received counseling and were subsequently released during this period.
In collaboration with other security agencies, the NDLEA is planning a joint operation within the FCT to dismantle shanties and areas suspected of fostering drug abuse and criminal activity.
