The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has called for a reinforced global offensive against transnational organised crime, warning that the increasing sophistication of criminal networks requires stronger international law enforcement collaboration.
Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the NDLEA, Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa, made the remarks on Friday at the graduation ceremony of NDLEA officers at the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Training Academy in Quantico, Virginia.
He reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to global cooperation in the fight against illicit drugs and transnational organised crime.
Describing the ceremony as significant, Marwa noted that the course was dedicated to members of the Special Investigation Unit (SIU) who paid the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.
He paid tribute to the fallen officers, describing them as heroes whose courage, sacrifice, and steadfast commitment to justice continue to inspire law enforcement personnel across nations.
Speaking on the theme, “Different Nations, Shared Duty, One Fight,” Marwa said it aptly reflects the collective resolve of partner countries against transnational organised crime. He stressed that criminal networks operate across borders and therefore require a unified, coordinated, and intelligence-driven global response.
The intensive training programme brought together elite officers from Nigeria, Ghana, and Kenya, equipping them with advanced operational and investigative skills.
Marwa charged the graduating officers to apply the competencies gained with integrity, professionalism, courage, and a strong sense of responsibility upon returning to their respective countries.
He expressed optimism that the partnership between the NDLEA and the DEA would continue to strengthen, delivering sustained success in the shared fight against drug trafficking and organised crime.
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