On February 21, 2024, the program officer met with seven officers from the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), including the Area Commander of Offa, at Chicken Republic in Offa. From there, they proceeded to Iyeru Grammar School, Offa.

Upon arrival, the school principal welcomed the team and organized an assembly where students were addressed. The program officer introduced the purpose of the visit, highlighting the presence of the NDLEA officers. One of the NDLEA officers then explained the dual function of the NDLEA: the “Carrot” approach, which involves public sensitization about the dangers of drug abuse and the establishment of WADA clubs, and the “Cane” approach, which involves the arrest, prosecution, and imprisonment of drug lords and dealers. He also provided a brief history of WADA, noting that it was formerly known as the Drug-Free Club before being rebranded on July 26, 2016, by Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Retd).

The NDLEA officer presented the following materials to the focal person of the WADA club:

• A constitution outlining the club’s activities
• A hardcover book for registering members and recording meeting minutes and activities
• A dozen pens
• Posters depicting commonly abused drugs and their effects on the human body

The same process was replicated at Okin High School, Moremi High School, and Olalomi Comprehensive College, Offa. In each school, principals expressed their gratitude to Usman Oyetunji Ogungboye’s Foundation and the NDLEA Kwara State Command for this impactful program.