The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has launched a new digital drug integrity test and visa clearance platform, marking a major milestone in its ongoing modernization drive and effort to improve transparency and public service delivery.
Speaking at the unveiling ceremony in Abuja on Tuesday, NDLEA Secretary, Shadrach Haruna, described the initiative as a “paradigm shift where enforcement meets efficiency and technology.”
“This is the future of our war against drug abuse—proactive, compassionate, and data-driven. With technology on our side, we are stronger and more resolved than ever before,” Haruna said.
Haruna explained that the new e-administration system eliminates the delays, corruption, and document falsification that plagued the manual process.
With the platform, applicants can now apply for drug integrity tests or visa clearance online, select their preferred test centers, and receive digitally verified certificates within three to seven days.
According to the NDLEA, the system offers a secure, transparent, and standardized process that integrates background checks and allows seamless collaboration with embassies, employers, and partner institutions.
Private medical laboratories can also register as accredited partners under the new framework, expanding nationwide access to testing services.
The NDLEA clarified that the drug integrity test is preventive, not punitive, aimed at encouraging early intervention and counseling for individuals who may be struggling with substance use.
“This test is not about punishment; it’s about prevention. It helps people get the right help before addiction takes hold,” Haruna emphasized.
He added that the platform is open to students, job seekers, organizations, and even intending couples, providing a stigma-free and confidential way to verify drug-free status.
The NDLEA said the digitalization effort reflects its commitment to President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritizes innovation, accountability, and improved public service through technology.
Haruna noted that the move strengthens the agency’s anti-drug efforts by combining data analytics, digital verification, and inter-agency collaboration.
“With this innovation, NDLEA is building a proactive, efficient, and compassionate approach to drug control that matches the realities of our digital age,” he said.
The agency urged citizens, institutions, and international partners to adopt the new platform, describing its success as “a shared national responsibility” in safeguarding the country’s future.
Digital Portal for Drug Integrity Tests
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