The FCT Commander of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kabir Tsakuwa says the agency will intensify it’s efforts on war against illicit substances in the territory.
Tsakuwa gave the assurance in an interview with newsmen on Friday in Abuja.
He said the command has intensified raid of drug joints and had made several arrests.
Tsakuwa also said that the command and other security agencies have been engaging in joint operations to get rid of shanties including black spots notorious for drug dealing in the FCT.
He added that the raids would continue until drug merchants are pushed out of business in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
Tsakuwa said this was part of the strategic plan of the agency on drug supply and drug demand reduction.
“There wil be sustained raid operations, arrests, investigation and prosecution of those involved in the sale and consumption of illicit drugs in the territory.
“Continuous intelligence gathering in collaboration with other security agencies will not be left out.
“We will create outposts within the territory for continuous pin-down operations.
“Particularly at identified drug notorious areas like Wuse Zone 4, Area 1 Park, Torabora, Banex, Apo mechanic village, Gwarinpa, Jabi, Karu Abattoir,” he said.
