The Edo State Government, in collaboration with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has initiated a drug abuse campaign in schools aimed at educating students about the dangers of substance abuse. The campaign includes the provision of free counselling services for students.

Kwara State governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have called for support from religious leaders, parents, and communities to combat drug peddling and abuse in the state. This appeal was made during a program held to address the issue on July 4, 2026, with contributions from NDLEA's Kwara State Commandant, Hajia Fatima Popoola.

An Imo community has partnered with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the Nigerian Navy to address drug abuse among students. The initiative focuses on raising awareness about the dangers of drug use and promoting healthy lifestyles among the youth.

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Nigeria, established in 1973 following the civil war, is undergoing evaluations by the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) and other stakeholders. They are focusing on reforms, the employability of corps members, and other objectives to enhance the program's effectiveness and relevance in contemporary society.

The Yaba Lions Club, District 404A3, has emphasized the need for urgent action to combat drug abuse among young people, labeling it a significant threat to societal and mental health. This statement was made by the club's President, Samuel Ojo, during the inauguration of four refurbished toilets in Lagos.

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have dismantled a large methamphetamine laboratory operated by a Nigerian-Mexican cartel in Tapa Village, Oyo State. This operation led to the arrest of several individuals, including a Mexican national. The discovery is part of ongoing efforts to combat transnational drug syndicates in Nigeria, following a similar operation conducted four weeks prior, according to Ripples Nigeria.