In a continuous drive to curb narcotics trafficking—an effort that has earned significant global acclaim—Brig. Gen. Mohammed Buba Marwa (Rtd), Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has lauded the agency’s maritime intelligence officers.
This commendation follows their successful participation in the North Sea and Channel Maritime Information Group meeting in Southampton, alongside strategic operational exchanges in Felixstowe and Portsmouth, United Kingdom.
In a statement released Friday, April 3rd, NDLEA Director of Media and Advocacy Femi Babafemi highlighted Chairman Brig. Gen. Mohammed Buba Marwa’s (Rtd) praise for Nigeria’s unique representation at the North Sea and Channel Maritime Information Group meeting. As the only African nation invited, Marwa described the move as a major nod to the NDLEA’s rising professionalism and strategic global influence. He noted that the joint operational exercises with the UK Border Force mark a significant milestone in fortifying international defenses against transnational organized crime.
However, by equipping officers with cutting-edge interdiction tools and real-time maritime intelligence, Marwa believes the NDLEA is better positioned than ever to secure Nigeria’s waters. These advanced techniques will provide the tactical edge needed to dismantle sophisticated drug trafficking networks operating along the country’s maritime borders.
The NDLEA Chairman/CEO further underscored that these global ties are the bedrock of a modern, intelligence-led NDLEA. By staying ahead of evolving drug trends through international cooperation, the Agency is reinforcing its pledge to protect Nigeria’s borders and lead the charge in the global fight against Narcotics.
Responding to the report from Deputy Commander of Narcotics Aminu Jega, who led the NDLEA delegation to the United Kingdom from March 4th to 12th, 2026, Chairman Buba Marwa expressed deep appreciation to the UK authorities. He specifically thanked the Home Office International Operations (HOIO) and the Border Force for their cooperation and the invaluable opportunities provided to NDLEA officers. Marwa emphasized that the Agency will continue to leverage these international platforms to bolster operational efficiency and fulfill its core mandate.
DCN Aminu Jega, leading the delegation, highlighted the visit’s mission: to build a formidable front against drug trafficking through enhanced intelligence sharing. By strengthening ties with UK maritime authorities, the NDLEA is tightening security across shared maritime corridors.
He described the conference as a high-level assembly of maritime security stakeholders from across Europe and the United Kingdom. The forum provided a strategic platform to deliberate on real-time intelligence sharing, identify emerging maritime threats, and develop unified operational strategies.
However, the NDLEA’s success story took center stage as the team presented the Agency’s operational milestones. The presentation was a major highlight, drawing widespread interest and earning enthusiastic commendations from global maritime security stakeholders.
