The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has intensified its crackdown on illicit drug activities in Ogun State, raiding several identified drug black spots in Abeokuta under its Operation Restore Order.
The coordinated operation, launched nationwide by the NDLEA Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (retd.), is aimed at dismantling drug black spots, disrupting trafficking networks and reclaiming public spaces allegedly being used for drug-related activities.
In Ogun, operatives of the state command targeted several locations in Abeokuta identified as hotspots for illicit drug activities.
The locations raided include Mayas, Maiami in Panseke, Onion Market in Eleweran, the MKO Abiola Stadium Kuto park and WAPCO in Lafenwa.
The command said the operations were part of a sustained effort to prevent illicit drugs from gaining a foothold in communities across the state.
The NDLEA said Operation Restore Order was designed to strengthen coordinated enforcement against drug trafficking and abuse nationwide, with commands expected to identify and tackle areas where illicit drug activities are concentrated.
The Ogun operation is particularly significant as Abeokuta, the state capital, has several busy markets, transport corridors, recreational areas and other public spaces that attract large numbers of residents and visitors.
According to the command, the raids are intended not only to disrupt the activities of drug dealers but also to reclaim public spaces and make communities safer for residents.
The agency said its operatives would continue to gather intelligence and conduct targeted operations against individuals and networks involved in the illicit drug trade.
The command reiterated that its activities formed part of its statutory responsibility to prevent the trafficking, distribution and abuse of controlled substances.
The Ogun State NDLEA also called on members of the public to support its efforts by providing credible information about suspected drug trafficking and abuse in their communities.
The command assured residents that the enforcement campaign would be sustained across the state as part of efforts to protect communities from the social and security consequences associated with illicit drug activities.
The statement was signed by the command's Public Relations Officer, Assistant Superintendent of Narcotics Haris A. Musa, on behalf of the State Commander.
The operation was carried out under the NDLEA's Operation Restore Order, which the agency said would continue to focus on identified drug black spots and other locations considered vulnerable to illicit drug activities.
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