The Adamawa Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has reinforced collaboration with the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) to curb drug trafficking and abuse across the state.
During a visit to the NUJ office in Yola on Wednesday, NDLEA Commander Mr. Abubakar Aliyu highlighted the critical role of the media in the fight against drug-related crimes and called for deeper cooperation to protect the state’s youth.
Aliyu noted that no single agency could tackle the menace alone, emphasizing the importance of partnerships with all stakeholders to ensure meaningful results.
“Since I assumed duty in June, our goal has been to make Adamawa free from drug trafficking and abuse. But the fight requires all hands on deck,” he said.
He stressed that journalists provide a crucial platform to communicate anti-drug messages to the public, helping to expose traffickers and safeguard the next generation.
As part of the War Against Drug Abuse (WADA) initiatives, the agency is also implementing the Drug Integrity Test to assess and address levels of substance abuse within communities.
NUJ Adamawa Chairman Abdullahi Ibrahim commended the NDLEA for the visit and pledged continued support from journalists to raise awareness on the dangers of drug abuse and trafficking.
He reaffirmed that the media would remain a key partner in educating the public and promoting safer, drug-free communities.