NDLEA Debunks Demand for Payments for Drug Integrity Test by Interior Ministry Recruits

In a recent development, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has clarified that there is no requirement for applicants undergoing recruitment into four agencies under the Ministry of Interior to make payments for the mandatory Drug Integrity Test. The NDLEA’s clarification comes after reports emerged suggesting that applicants were being asked to pay for the drug tests, a claim the agency has described as false and misleading. According to THISDAYLIVE, the agencies under the Ministry of Interior affected by this controversy include the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Nigeria Prisons Service (NPS), and the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS). The NDLEA’s statement serves as a relief to many applicants who have expressed concerns over the authenticity of the demands for payments. The agency urged all applicants to disregard any such demands and report any suspicious activities to the appropriate authorities. This clarification is particularly important as the recruitment exercise is ongoing, with thousands of Nigerians hoping to secure employment in these agencies. The NDLEA’s action underscores its commitment to upholding integrity and transparency in the recruitment process.