Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig.-Gen. Mohammed Buba Marwa (rtd), yesterday, charged newly trained 2,500 personnel to reject insidious temptations from drug barons and cartels.

Speaking at the passing-out parade of the narcotic agents and assistants in Katsina, he reminded them that they cannot afford to compromise, as their efforts directly impact the safety and well-being of their families, communities and the country at large.

Represented by his Special Adviser, Col. Yakubu Bako (rtd), the NDLEA boss said the agency launched an ‘Offensive Action’ to put traffickers and barons on the defensive, while equally promoting a War Against Drug Abuse (WADA), a social advocacy campaign with long-term objectives of preventing drug abuse in society.

He told the new officers that “in rejecting corruption and upholding our commitment, we are not only defending the well-being of our nation, but also preserving the moral fabric of our society and ensuring that justice prevails.”

To the larger society, Marwa said: “We all owe a duty to this country to rid it of the drug menace and safeguard its corporate existence. We must bear in mind that it is our society, children, youths and indeed, our culture and future, that are under attack and in danger of being corrupted by the illicit drug culture.

“Hence, we need to rise in unison against this dreaded monster. Your support to NDLEA, especially through the supply of useful intelligence, will go a long way in stemming the tide of abuse and trafficking of illicit drugs in our country.”