The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) had proposed that political parties should carry out drug tests on all aspirants...
has rejected the proposal that political parties should make drug integrity tests part of its screening requirements for aspirants seeking elective offices in the 2023 general election.National Drug Law Enforcement Agency
Mr Sani described the proposal as “outrageous, outlandish, preposterous, despicable and deliberate attack” on the sensibilities of lovers of democracy in Nigeria. Mr Sani demanded an apology from NDLEA. He advised the anti-narcotic agency to desist from impugning the character and integrity of politicians, including those contesting for president who are patriotic and highly respected.
“It is obvious that political parties’ activities are guided by the 1999 Constitution as amended, the Electoral Act 2022, INEC guidelines/regulations, and respective parties’ guidelines.
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