By Abubakar Yunusa
The Nigeria Chapter of the Pan African Students Movement (PSM) has lauded the Ogun State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for its vigorous campaign against drug trafficking and abuse.
In a statement released to the press on yesterday and signed by its National President, Comrade Ambassador Okereafor Bestman, the student body praised the NDLEA under Commander Tijani Rabe for its visible and effective efforts in combating the menace of drugs within the state.
“The Ogun NDLEA command has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to public enlightenment and advocacy through lectures and awareness programmes across schools, religious institutions, communities, and workplaces,” the statement noted.
According to the PSM, the command has conducted over 125 sensitisation initiatives across various institutions, impacting more than 30,000 people.
” These efforts, they said, reflect a commendable dedication to preventive education and community engagement.”
Despite these proactive steps, the NDLEA’s enforcement arm has also remained robust, with more than 220 convictions recorded in 2024 alone.
The PSM described this as an “exceptionally excellent scorecard,” pointing to the agency’s dual approach of education and enforcement.
Speaking on behalf of the national president, PSM’s National Director on Welfare, Comrade Awesu Fawaz, called on other state commands of the NDLEA to emulate Ogun State’s model.
The group also extended appreciation to the First Lady of Ogun State, Her Excellency Mrs Bamidele Abiodun, for her continued support in the fight against drug abuse.
“Her commitment is already yielding positive results among Nigerian students and youths,” the statement read.
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