Abuja — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has renewed the appointment of Brigadier-General Mohammed Buba Marwa (rtd) as Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for a second five-year term, the Presidency announced on November 14, 2025.
The confirmation was made in a statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy. With this reappointment, Marwa will continue to lead the agency until 2031, reinforcing continuity in Nigeria’s fight against drug trafficking and substance abuse.
Under his leadership, the NDLEA has intensified anti-drug operations and public awareness campaigns, making the agency a central pillar in the nation’s efforts to curb illegal drug activities.




