The International Police Academy (IPA), New York, United States, has appointed Deputy Commander General (DCG) Joseph Ogirima Icha of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) as Director of International Counter Narcotics Training.
According to the IPA Executive Board, the honorary appointment is in recognition of Icha’s professional contributions to law enforcement, security, and academic advancement, as well as his commitment to global collaboration in the fight against drug abuse and trafficking through training and knowledge exchange.
The International Police Academy is a globally respected institution with presence in the United States, Europe, and over 140 countries. It is dedicated to providing advanced education and research opportunities for law enforcement officers, military personnel, and civilians.
In the certificate of appointment endorsed by IPA President, Shuaib Adam, and Executive Director/CEO, Dr. Alexander Jan, the Academy stated: “DCG Joseph Ogirima Icha has been officially appointed as a Director of the Academy Honorary Member of the International Police Academy (IPOA) and UNIPOL International Police University in recognition of their distinguished contributions to law enforcement, security, and academic advancement.”
At the NDLEA Headquarters, Abuja, Icha serve as Director of Training and Manpower Development, where he has played a pivotal role in building the capacity of the Agency’s personnel through advanced training programmes, international collaborations, and reforms aligned with global best practices.
Congratulating him on the appointment, the Chairman/Chief Executive of NDLEA, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), described the recognition as a testament to the professionalism, commitment, and international relevance of NDLEA officers.
Marwa said: “This appointment is not just a personal achievement for Icha, but a collective pride for the Agency and indeed the country. It shows that the world is watching the reforms and progress being made in Nigeria’s drug law enforcement efforts under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. It is also a challenge to all our officers and men to continue to give their best in the service of our fatherland, knowing that excellence does not go unnoticed.”
He urged Icha to use the new position as an opportunity to further project Nigeria’s commitment to global best practices in drug law enforcement and to promote capacity building for officers in other countries grappling with similar challenges.
