Tinubu reappoints Marwa as NDLEA chair
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reappointed Brigadier-General Mohammed Buba Marwa (rtd) as Chairman of the NDLEA for another five years, extending his tenure until 2031. Marwa, initially appointed in 2021 by former President Buhari, has overseen significant drug busts, arresting over 73,000 individuals and seizing over 15 million kilograms of drugs. A former military governor and decorated officer with postgraduate degrees from prestigious universities, Marwa's leadership has included nationwide anti-drug abuse campaigns. President Tinubu cited Marwa's success in combating drug trafficking and abuse as the reason for the reappointment, urging him to continue his efforts.
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