During the courtesy
visit, the Vice-Chancellor and the Commandant engaged in a fruitful discussion
on strategies to combat drug trafficking, abuse, and misuse. They emphasized
the need for intelligence sharing and joint operations to identify and
apprehend drug abusers, thereby preventing the influx of illicit drugs into the
University and its environs.

The duo also explored
the possibility of collaborative sensitization and awareness programs aimed at
educating students, staff, and the community about the dangers of drug abuse.
This initiative would involve expert lectures, workshops, and campaigns to
promote a drug-free lifestyle.

Furthermore, the
Vice-Chancellor and the Commandant discussed potential collaborative research
initiatives to understand the root causes of drug abuse among youths. This
research would inform evidence-based interventions and policy decisions to
address the menace.

In addition, the
University canvassed support for the rehabilitation and counseling programs of
the NDLEA. This comprehensive approach would ensure that those struggling with
addiction receive the necessary support to overcome their challenges.

In response to the
Vice-Chancellor's pledge, the new Commandant, Tijjani Rabe, emphasized the
importance of synergy between the NDLEA and educational institutions in
tackling drug-related challenges, noting that since he assumed duty in Ogun
state in May 2024, it was only Chrisland University that has maintained a
symbiotic relationship with the agency. He commended University for its
proactive approach and expressed optimism about the partnership's potential to
make a significant impact.

The courtesy visit,
which signaled the deepening of a fruitful collaboration between Chrisland
University and the NDLEA, Ogun State Command, in the fight against drug abuse
and misuse had in attendance the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Professor Olatunde
Farombi; the Registrar, Mr. Samuel Omotoso; the Ag. Bursar, Mr. Moses Esah and
the Ag. University Librarian, Mr. Goodluck Ifijeh.

Others were the Dean,
College of Arts, Management and Social Sciences, Professor B. O. Olley; Dean,
College of Basic Medical Sciences, Professor A. A. Onyeaghala; Ag. Dean,
College of Law, Dr. Kayode Akinsola; the Chairman, Senate Committee on Security
and Ag. Head, Department of International Relations and Diplomacy, Dr. Kunle
Olawunmi; the Dean of Students’ Affairs, Dr. Gbenga Adeniran; and the Ag. Chief
Security Officer, Mr. Adebayo Ogundare.