NDLEA Keffi Area Commander Addresses Rising Drug Misuse Among Students
The Keffi Area Commander of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Mr. Michael Emmanuel, has emphasized the need for proactive strategies to address the rising issue of drug misuse among tertiary institution students nationwide. Speaking with journalists in Keffi Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, Emmanuel expressed concern over the escalating trend of drug consumption within this demographic. He called on stakeholders to collaborate with the agency by proposing effective measures to curb social vices affecting society.
Ongoing Efforts to Combat Drug Abuse
Emmanuel highlighted the agency's ongoing efforts, including numerous arrests, some involving students, as part of their campaign against drug abuse, addiction, and trafficking in the region. The NDLEA has also organized awareness programs and rehabilitated many individuals battling addiction, aiming to reduce illicit drug use and trafficking in communities and educational institutions.
Call for Increased Collaboration and Successes Achieved
Despite these initiatives, Emmanuel acknowledged that more needs...