NDLEA raises concern over drug abuse in North-West

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has expressed concern over the high number of people using drugs in Nigeria's North-West region. 

NDLEA Chairman Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa, who revealed that over 3 million people in the region are struggling with drug abuse, with Kano State alone accounting for about 1 million users, cited a recent United Nations report stating that 14 million Nigerians are battling drug addiction, with the South-West having the highest rate at 24.4%, followed by the South-South at 18%, and the North-West at 12%.

Marwa warned that drug abuse fuels crimes like kidnapping, banditry, and terrorism, and praised President Bola Tinubu's administration for supporting the NDLEA's efforts, noting that the agency has received modern equipment, increased workforce, and enhanced presence in airports, seaports, highways, and marine command.

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