NDLEA destroys 8.2kg of seized illicit drugs in Yobe

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has destroyed 8,166.95 kilograms of seized illicit drugs in Yobe State, marking a significant milestone in the fight against drug trafficking and abuse.

 

 

The event which took place at Kasaisa village near Gujba Maiduguri new bypass on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, was presided over by the Chairman of NDLEA Brigadier General Mohammed Buba Marwa and supported by Governor Mai Mala Buni.

 

 

The destroyed drugs include: 6,791.249kg of cannabis sativa, 1,375.65kg of psychotropic substances, 0.04kg of cocaine, and 0.012kg of heroin.

 

 

The NDLEA, Yobe State Command has made remarkable progress since its inception in 2003, seizing over 16,011.13 kilograms of illicit substances, arresting 2,345 suspects, and securing 349 convictions.

 

 

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