The National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says Kano State has the second-highest number of drug abuse cases in the country.

The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Agency, Brigadier General Muhammad Buba Marwa stated this during the commissioning of a new accommodation and rehabilitation center for the agency’s personnel in Kano.

Marwa expressed worry over the prevalence of drug abuse in the state, and added that many people from various walks of life were involved in the menace.

He stressed the the importance of a multi-stakeholder approach in addressing the drug abuse scourge and to tackle the problem.

Marwa revealed that the agency is working towards establishing rehabilitation centers in all states across the federation.

“We appreciate the interventions received from the presidency, and we urge you to be more committed to achieving the stated goals,” Marwa said.

Marwa mentioned that the newly commissioned facility was designed to enhance the welfare of NDLEA personnel and improve their operational efficiency.

He described the facility as a testament to the agency’s commitment to achieving its objectives.

The NDLEA Chairman commended the agency’s zonal commanders for their efforts in fighting drug abuse and urged parents and caregivers to intensify their efforts in curtailing the menace.

“I advise parents to buy drug test gadgets we sell at all our state commands, so that whenever you are suspicious of your child, you can test and verify whether your child is engaged in drug abuse,” he added .

The ceremony was graced by senior officials of the agency and other stakeholders.