Niran Odufayo
The Lagos State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has officially wrapped up its first-ever Annual Conference for Assistant Superintendents of Narcotics I & II, reinforcing its strategic focus on consolidating gains in the war against drug abuse.
The two-day event, held at the NDLEA Lagos office in 1st Rainbow, Festac, brought together frontline officers from across the state under the theme “Consolidate the War Against Drug Abuse.” The conference featured capacity-building sessions, operational strategy reviews, and peer-to-peer knowledge sharing aimed at improving field performance and inter-agency coordination.
Addressing attendees during the closing ceremony, Commander Abubakar Liman Wali, who heads the Lagos State Command, praised the Assistant Superintendents for their unwavering commitment, professionalism, and active participation throughout the conference.
“This gathering has allowed us to critically assess our challenges, celebrate our strengths, and craft forward-looking strategies that will guide our operations. You are not just officers—you are leaders in our national effort to combat the scourge of drug abuse,” Commander Wali said.
He stressed the importance of translating the lessons learned into concrete action, calling for improved enforcement techniques, deeper community engagement, and stronger internal collaboration.
Commander Wali also thanked facilitators, guest speakers, and support personnel whose contributions made the conference a success, emphasizing that collective efforts remain key to the NDLEA’s mission.
“Let us return to our posts with renewed energy and determination to make a difference. The future of drug law enforcement in Nigeria depends on our consistency and our courage,” he added.
The Lagos Command’s initiative to organize the conference is part of a broader effort by the NDLEA to elevate professionalism and enhance operational readiness at all levels of the agency, especially among its rising leadership ranks.
As the Command looks ahead, the agency says it will continue to prioritize officer development, inter-agency collaboration, and community-based strategies to achieve sustainable results in its drug control mission.