The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) seized 779.26 Kg of illicit drugs in Akwa Ibom in 2024.

Briefing journalists in Uyo, the state Commander of the agency, MRS OBOT BASSEY said that the command also secured the conviction of 56 drug offenders in the year under review.

The commander added that during the period, the command counseled 204 people and successfully rehabilitated and integrated into the society 41 with substance use disorder.

She said that the Akwa command of the agency has remained steadfast and committed to reducing the demand for illicit drugs and other substances of abuse.

While commending Governor UMO ENO for his support to the agency, the NDLEA commander regretted that the command had only two utility vehicles to cover 31 local government areas of the state, coupled with other challenges.

According to the NDLEA State Commander, cannabis sativa remains the most prevalent drug commonly abused and trafficked by people in the state.