By JKNewsMedia
COMMITMENT TO global cooperation in the fight against illicit drugs and transnational organised crime was reaffirmed as officers of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) graduated from the United States Drug Enforcement Administration Training Academy (USDEATA) in Quantico, Virginia.
JKNewsMedia.com reports that the NDLEA Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (MD/CEO), Brig Gen Mohamed Buba Marwa Rtd, made the declaration in his address at the graduation ceremony held on Friday, February 13, 2026.
Marwa called for a reinforced global offensive against transnational organised crime, asserting that the evolving sophistication of criminal networks demands a corresponding surge in law enforcement collaboration.
He described the ceremony as particularly significant, noting that the course was dedicated to SIU members who paid the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.
He paid tribute to the fallen officers, describing them as heroes whose courage, sacrifice and steadfast commitment to justice continue to inspire law enforcement personnel across nations.
Referencing the course motto, Different nations, shared duty, one fight, Marwa said it reflects the collective resolve of partner nations against transnational organised crime.
He also stressed that criminal networks operate across borders and therefore demand a unified, coordinated and intelligence driven global response.
The intensive training programme brought together elite officers from Nigeria, Ghana and Kenya, equipping them with advanced skills in diverse critical areas of their work.
NDLEA Chairman expressed confidence that the knowledge and skills acquired would significantly enhance the operational capacity of participating agencies to disrupt drug trafficking networks and dismantle organised criminal cartels across the region.
He charged the graduating officers to apply the competencies gained with integrity, professionalism, courage and a strong sense of responsibility upon returning to their respective countries.
He expressed appreciation to the United States Department of Justice, the DEA leadership and instructors for their partnership, mentorship and continued investment in capacity building.
Marwa emphasised that the graduation ceremony marked not the end of training but the beginning of renewed responsibility for the officers to uphold the highest standards of service, protect vulnerable communities and confront criminality wherever it threatens societal stability.
He expressed optimism that the partnership between the NDLEA and the DEA would continue to grow stronger, yielding sustained successes in the shared fight against drug trafficking and organised crime.
