Osun

Online Sales Of Illicit Drugs On The Rise In Osun

ByYusuf Oketola

PublishedJuly 4, 2026

As NDLEA Seizes Over 13,000kg Drugs, Convicts 49 Offenders In One Year

The sale of illicit drugs directly to youth through online vendors is on the increase in Osun State, according to the Osun State command of the National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA).

NDLEA said drug abuse remains a challenge for Osun youths, with new threats from Net Promoter Score (NPS) and the online dealers.

This was contained in a release by the state Commander of the agency, Olayinka Joel-Fadile issued in commemoration of the 2026 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.

The theme of this year’s celebration is: “World Drug Problem: Persisting Issues, New Challenges, Innovative Responses.”

According to the commander, 13, 211kg of illicit drugs ranging from cannabis and cocaine were seized in the state between June 2025 and June 2026.

He stressed that 573 arrests comprising 516 males and 57 males for drugs related offences were made within the last one year.

The command noted that it secured 49 convictions out of 102 cases filed at the Federal High Court, Osogbo.

In addition, 141 persons were counselled while six were fully rehabilitated and reintegrated.

A copy of the statement obtained by OSUN DEFENDER reads, “The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Osun State command between June 2025 to June 2026 made 573 arrests of 516 males and 57 females.

“Also, 13,211.4kg of drugs were seized. This includes Cannabis, 12,948.2kg and Cocaine/Psychotropics 263.2kg in the last one year.

“In addition, the command secured 49 convictions out of 102 cases filed at Federal High Court, Osogbo. 141 persons were counselled with four 4 in rehab while six were fully rehabilitated & reintegrated.”

“624 visa clearances processed for legitimate travel.”

The command added that its War Against Drug Abuse (WADA) campaigns have been sustained in schools, markets, motor parks, religious centres & media.

The agency further lamented the rise in drug abuse in Osun State with threats from online drug dealers.

“Drug abuse remains a challenge for Osun youths, with new threats from NPS & online drug sales. NDLEA Osun is responding with smarter enforcement, community sensitization, and stigma-free treatment.

“This fight is for all of us – parents, schools, leaders, youths. Let’s unite for a drug-free Osun State,” the statement added.

Yusuf Oketola

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