Lagos Govt, NDLEA join forces to curb drug abuse in state-owned housing estates

The Lagos State Government has announced plans to collaborate with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, to curb the sale and use of hard drugs within government-owned housing estates across the state.

This was disclosed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Housing, Mr Abdulhafis Toriola, in a statement issued on Thursday by the Deputy Director of Public Affairs, Mr Ganiu Lawal.

Toriola made the commitment while receiving a delegation from the NDLEA, led by the Lagos State Commander, Mr Abubakar Liman Wali, during a courtesy visit to his office in Ikeja.

He commended the NDLEA for its relentless efforts in combating drug trafficking, abuse, and other related offences across the country, as well as for its continuous public sensitisation and rehabilitation programmes for victims of drug addiction.

The Permanent Secretary noted that the Ministry is fully prepared to support the NDLEA in its campaign to eliminate drug-related activities in Lagos housing estates, adding that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration remains committed to building safer and healthier communities through collaborative efforts.

Toriola said, “The Lagos State Government will continue to partner with relevant agencies to promote a drug-free society. We are determined to ensure our housing estates are not used as breeding grounds for criminality or drug abuse.”

In his remarks, NDLEA Commander Abubakar Liman Wali applauded the Ministry for its willingness to partner with the agency, stressing that the NDLEA would sustain its advocacy for discipline, patriotism, and community participation in the fight against drug abuse.

He reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to strengthening preventive measures, enhancing public awareness, and ensuring that offenders face the full weight of the law.