FirstBank partners with NDLEA to combat drug trafficking and abuse

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First Bank of Nigeria Limited (FirstBank) has partnered with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to strengthen the fight against drug trafficking and abuse in Nigeria. The partnership was solidified during a courtesy visit by the NDLEA management to FirstBank’s Chief Executive Officer, Olusegun Alebiosu, at the bank’s head office in Marina.

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The Director of Seaport Operations at NDLEA, Omolade Fagboyede, expressed gratitude to FirstBank for its support, particularly in sponsoring the destruction of seized illicit drugs. Fagboyede stated, “We sincerely appreciate the pivotal role FirstBank has played, particularly in supporting the destruction of seized illicit drugs. FirstBank is the first financial institution to actively support our ongoing efforts in combating drug trafficking and abuse.

Alebiosu emphasised the importance of collaboration between the bank and the NDLEA to empower the agency to minimise and ultimately eradicate drug trafficking in Nigeria. He said, “At FirstBank, we believe that both public and private institutions have a vital role to play in building a safer, more secure, and more prosperous society. The work that the NDLEA does in safeguarding our nation from the menace of drug trafficking, abuse, and associated vices cannot be overstated.”

The NDLEA Director added, “On behalf of the Chairman and Chief Executive of the NDLEA, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to the bank for being the first sponsor of the Exhibit Burning Ceremony. We look forward to deepening this partnership through continued collaboration and future sponsorships.” This partnership demonstrates the commitment of both organizations to work together in combating drug trafficking and abuse, and promoting a safer and more secure society

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