Theory question 105
Drug AbuseSection B
Briefly explain the roles played by NDLEA and NAFDAC in preventing drug abuse in Nigeria.
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Model answer
NDLEA (National Drug Law Enforcement Agency):
Arrests and prosecutes drug traffickers and users of illegal drugs.
Seizes and destroys illegal drugs; destroys cannabis farms.
Guards airports, seaports and borders against drug smuggling.
Runs enlightenment campaigns and counselling/rehabilitation of addicts.
NAFDAC (National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control):
Registers and regulates drugs and controls their manufacture, import and sale.
Seizes and destroys fake, expired and unregistered drugs.
Inspects pharmacies and patent medicine stores.
Educates the public on safe use of drugs.
Explanation
Cover both agencies, several roles each.