The Bauchi State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has reported the arrest of 127 individuals and the confiscation of over 1,200 kilograms of illicit drugs between January and June 2025.
Speaking during a press briefing in Bauchi on Thursday, State Commander CN Ali Aminu stated that the arrests included 118 men and 9 women. He noted that the agency has so far secured 28 convictions, with 18 cases still ongoing in court.
Aminu also disclosed that the command rehabilitated and provided counselling to 32 drug users, primarily through brief intervention programs.
In total, the agency confiscated 1,205.174kg of various illegal substances, including 874.585kg of Cannabis Sativa, 330.588kg of psychotropic substances, and 1.06 grams of Methamphetamine, commonly known as “ice.”
Highlighting the significance of this year’s anti-drug campaign theme, “The evidence is clear. Invest in prevention, break the cycle,” Commander Aminu emphasised that prevention remains the most powerful tool in tackling drug abuse, especially among vulnerable populations such as youths and women.
“Our efforts shine a light on prevention as the most essential strategy for halting the flow of drugs that fuels organised crime. This is done through the War Against Drug Abuse (WADA) campaign, alongside continuous education, sensitisation, and awareness programs,” he stated.
This is as he issued a stern warning to drug users and traffickers to steer clear of Bauchi State or be prepared to face the full wrath of the law.
“The war against illicit drug use and trafficking is on. Anyone caught within Bauchi will not be spared,” Aminu declared.
The press briefing marked Bauchi’s official commemoration of the United Nations’ annual anti-drug day, observed globally every June 26.
