The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has launched a new digital platform designed to streamline its drug integrity test and visa clearance processes, as part of efforts to enhance efficiency, eliminate bottlenecks, and curb the scourge of drug abuse and trafficking in Nigeria.
The platform, known as the Drug Integrity Test and Visa E-Administration System (DITViCAS), was unveiled on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at a press conference in Abuja.
Speaking during the launch, the NDLEA Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (rtd), who was represented by the agency’s Secretary, Shadrach Haruna, said the new system marked a paradigm shift in our fight against the scourge of substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking.
“This launch represents a moment where enforcement meets efficiency and commitment merges with cutting-edge technology,” Marwa said.
He explained that the initiative aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, emphasizing that the NDLEA continues to pursue an aggressive and balanced approach to combating illicit substances through drug supply reduction and drug demand reduction strategies.
Marwa noted that the previous manual process of obtaining NDLEA visa clearance certificates was fraught with delays and human interference, but the new digital system now automates all procedures, offering applicants convenience and transparency.
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“With the flag-off of the online visa clearance portal today, we are bringing an end to those bottlenecks.
“Applicants can now apply from home, select their preferred testing centre, and book a convenient date without waiting endlessly at NDLEA offices,” he stated.
He added that the e-certification and verification features of the system would eliminate falsification of drug and visa clearance certificates while ensuring supervisory oversight across NDLEA commands and headquarters.
According to Marwa, the new platform—accessible via www.drugandvisa.ndlea.gov.ng—allows individuals, institutions, and organizations, including parents and prospective couples, to seamlessly apply for drug integrity tests and visa clearance certificates.
He said applicants could complete visa clearance within three days, or within a week in exceptional cases, while the system generates certificates instantly once the drug test results are verified.
Marwa further revealed that private medical centres could now partner with the agency as accredited testing centres, adding that the service would also extend to students of tertiary institutions as part of broader drug demand reduction efforts.
“Our advocacy for drug integrity testing is rooted in prevention, not punishment. It provides an early-warning system that helps individuals who may be experimenting with substances to seek help before dependence sets in,” he said.
He emphasized that the initiative reflects NDLEA’s commitment to leveraging technology in tackling the evolving complexities of drug trafficking and substance abuse.
“This is the future of our War Against Drug Abuse (WADA) campaign — proactive, compassionate, and data-driven. With technology as our ally, we are better equipped, stronger, and more resolved than ever before,” Marwa declared.
He urged stakeholders across sectors to embrace the innovation and ensure its success, describing the fight against drug abuse as “a shared national responsibility.”
