Nigeria’s anti-drug efforts are yielding results as authorities report a decline in drug seizures.
The NDLEA revealed that drug trafficking at Lagos’ Murtala Muhammed Airport dropped significantly from 23 tonnes in 2023 to 7 tonnes in 2024.
Meanwhile, lawmakers are urging the government to reconsider market closures linked to counterfeit medicines.
The debate continues over balancing strict drug enforcement with economic and public health concerns.
