CRIME

NDLEA seizes 3,892kg of hard drugs in Oyo

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April 11, 2018

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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Oyo State says it has seized 3,891.875 kg of suspected hard drugs and secured 15 convictions in the first quarter of 2018.

The State Commander, Mrs Omolade Faboyede, said this in a statement made available to our correspondent on Wednesday in Ibadan.

She said that the seized drugs included Indian hemp and other psychotropic substances.

According to the NDLEA boss, six drug addicts are currently undergoing rehabilitation in the state.

Faboyede also said the command would not relent in its efforts in the fight against drug trafficking, abuse and production in the state.

She called for collaborative support from all stakeholders to continually sensitise the public on the danger associated with drug abuse and trafficking.

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