NDLEA Kano Partners with Mazaje Traditional Sport Promotion Ltd to Combat Drug Abuse

By Muzammil Dalha Yola

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Kano Strategic Command has partnered with Mazaje Traditional Sport Promotion Limited, a kungiyar dambe (Dambe boxing promotion group), to raise awareness about the dangers of drug abuse. This collaboration comes ahead of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, reports SportsZone.ng.

According to press release signed by the P.R.O Kano Command, ASN Sadiq Muhammad Maigatari stated that, the partnership was formalized during a courtesy visit by Mazaje Traditional Sport Promotion Limited, led by Bashir Muhammad Danliti (Sarkin Damben Nigeria), to the NDLEA Kano Strategic Command. The Strategic Commander, CN AI Ahmad, represented by the Head of the Drug Demand Reduction Unit, ACN Maimuna Garba, expressed gratitude for the commitment demonstrated by Mazaje Traditional Sport Promotion Limited in the fight against drug abuse.

The partnership aims to harness the power of traditional sports, particularly Dambe, to engage the youth and promote a drug-free lifestyle. CN AI Ahmad commended the Officer in Charge of sports, DSN Jamilu Uba Adamu, for his innovative approach in leveraging sports as a platform to disseminate crucial messages about drug awareness and prevention.

The collaboration will involve an event and activities designed to educate the community about the dangers of drug abuse and the importance of seeking help and support. The NDLEA and Mazaje Traditional Sport Promotion Limited are committed to fostering a safer, healthier environment for all citizens.

As the UNODC International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking approaches, the NDLEA Kano Strategic Command encourages all stakeholders to join in this vital initiative. Together, we can create a lasting impact in the fight against drug abuse and promote a culture of wellness and resilience in our communities.

This partnership highlights the importance of collaborative efforts in addressing the issue of drug abuse. By working together, the NDLEA and Mazaje Traditional Sport Promotion Limited can make a significant impact in promoting a drug-free lifestyle among the youth and the wider community.

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