NDLEA collaborates with Edo Govt to address drug trafficking and abuse among students.

The Edo State Government and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have launched the Governor Monday Okpebholo Anti-Drug Abuse Marathon for secondary schools in Edo State. 

Speaking at a news conference in Benin to flag-off the event, NDLEA Commander in Edo State, Mitchell Ofoyeju, said the initiative aims to promote healthy lifestyles, drug-free societies, and student empowerment among young people, aligning with President Bola Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda.

He announced that the marathon will be held in phases across Edo South, Central, and North senatorial districts, with the maiden edition taking place on October 4, 2025, noting that students aged 13-17 from public and private schools are eligible to participate, with winners receiving cash prizes of up to ₦2 million for gold medalists, ₦1.5 million for silver medalists, and ₦1 million for bronze medalists.

Emphasizing that the initiative seeks to instill lifelong habits of fitness, promote well-being, and raise awareness about the dangers of drug abuse, Ofoyeju added that that the program aims to build a generation of future marathon champions and promote team spirit and pride in schools.

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