President Tinubu Praises NDLEA for Major Win Against Nigerian-Mexican Drug Syndicate
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for its landmark success in dismantling a sophisticated transborder drug network operating between Nigeria and Mexico. The commendation was made public on May 21, 2026, through an official statement from the Presidential Villa, State House Abuja.
According to the statement, President Tinubu congratulated the NDLEA and its operatives for busting a multi-million-dollar illegal drug production syndicate within Nigeria. The operation, which targeted a Nigerian-Mexican cartel, was described as a significant step in the federal government’s fight against drug trafficking and organized crime.
The President highlighted the importance of the bust in safeguarding public health and national security. He noted that the dismantling of the network disrupts the flow of illicit substances that fuel crime, addiction, and instability across communities. Tinubu reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to providing the NDLEA with the resources and political backing needed to sustain the momentum against drug cartels.
Chairman of the NDLEA, Brigadier General Mohammed Buba Marwa (rtd), announced the operation on Wednesday. He explained that the success followed months of intelligence gathering and coordinated action by NDLEA operatives. The agency uncovered and dismantled a highly advanced drug production facility linked to international partners, marking one of the most complex operations in the agency’s recent history.
President Tinubu praised Marwa’s leadership and the professionalism displayed by NDLEA officers during the operation. He said the achievement reflects the government’s zero-tolerance stance on drug trafficking and sends a strong message to criminal networks both locally and abroad.
The President also called on Nigerians to support the NDLEA by providing credible intelligence that can aid future operations. He emphasized that winning the war against drugs requires collaboration between government agencies, communities, and international partners.
This latest success adds to a series of high-profile drug busts recorded under the current administration, signaling a renewed focus on curbing the spread of narcotics. Analysts say the crackdown could strengthen Nigeria’s standing in global anti-narcotics efforts and improve cooperation with foreign law enforcement agencies.
As the NDLEA continues its operations, the Presidency has assured that efforts will be intensified to target drug barons and dismantle supply chains at every level. For President Tinubu, the message is clear: Nigeria will not be a safe haven for drug traffickers.
