The Chairman, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa (rtd) on Wednesday said the agency had,in the first two weeks of 2023, “taken down three major drug cartels” in Nigeria.
Marwa,who made the disclosed this at a press briefing at the NDLEA in Abuja on Wednesday while updating the public on efforts by the Agency to rid the country of illicit substance abuse and drug trafficking on the second anniversary of his leadership of the anti-narcotics body.
Marwa further disclosed that one of the drug cartels had built extensive networks across the globe, adding that at least six,of their kingpins were in the NDLEA’s custody, promising that adding that details would be provided in the coming days.
The NDLEA boss, therefore, warned that unrepentant drug barons and cartels risked facing tougher times in 2023, if they fail to back out of the illicit drug business.
He said: “I issued a New Year appeal to them and also warned that those who refused to heed the warning will find themselves in a difficult situation.
“Already, we have 34 barons in our net and they are facing the music in court.
“We have secured orders for the temporary forfeiture of their assets.
“With our prosecution being topnotch, they can look forward to a long time in prison and final forfeiture of their wealth and assets.
“Those involved in the illicit drug trade should take a cue from our actions. They can again look forward to a tough time this year.
“The signs are clear: we have already in the first two weeks of this year taken down three major drug cartels, one of which has built extensive networks across the world while at least six of their kingpins are in our custody as I speak. The details you will get to know in the coming.”
Source: opera news.
