NACADA Uproots Two Sacks of Bhang at 22-Year-Old’s Home in Trans Nzoia

The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA), working together with police officers, has uprooted two sacks of bhang from a home in Talau, Trans Nzoia County.

The operation was carried out on Monday after authorities received information from local residents about suspected illegal activities at the home of a 22-year-old man.

According to NACADA, the bhang plants were found growing among other legal crops within the compound. Officers were seen removing the plants and packing them into sacks during the raid.

NACADA Chief Executive Officer Dr. Anthony Omerikwa said the successful operation was made possible through cooperation between the authority, police officers, and members of the public.

He said the agency is increasing its efforts to fight drug abuse and trafficking across the country.

“This operation was made possible through useful information from the public and strong teamwork between NACADA and law enforcement officers. Our message is clear: we will not allow drug dealers to destroy the future of our children and young people,” said Dr. Omerikwa.

He added that school-going children and the youth are often the main targets of drug traffickers, especially during school holidays when many are at home.

Because of this, he urged parents, guardians, and residents to remain alert and report any suspicious activity through NACADA’s toll-free helpline 1192.

Dr. Omerikwa also praised the role played by the local community in helping the authorities carry out the operation.

He explained that residents have been benefiting from NACADA awareness campaigns, which help them identify signs of drug-related activities in their areas.

“Drug traffickers often take advantage of school holidays. We are increasing our presence on the ground and working closely with local communities to stop these illegal networks,” he said.

One resident who witnessed the operation said the awareness campaigns had given them confidence to report suspicious activities.

“We now know what to look for and where to report. NACADA’s work in the community has encouraged us, and today’s operation shows that our reports are being taken seriously,” the resident said.

NACADA has continued to urge Kenyans to work with authorities in the fight against drugs, saying community partnership is key in reducing drug abuse cases.

Bhang remains one of the most commonly abused drugs in Kenya despite ongoing crackdowns by authorities.