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Written by Bolkin

Nigeria' National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has said that the United States has removed Nigeria from its list of major drug trafficking countries.

The NDLEA in a statement said, "The United States has gone a step higher than the usual annual drug certification of the country to outright removal of Nigeria from the majors list. The removal, which is an acknowledgement of the agency's current drug control achievement, is contained in the 2010 annual drug certification report."

The Chairman/Chief Executive of the NDLEA, Ahmadu Giade said the honour is well deserved and is for all Nigerians. "The removal of Nigeria from the majors list is an endorsement of our collective resolve to have a drug free society. It is a well-deserved honour to all Nigerians. A product of dedication, transparency, hard work and cordial working relationship between Nigeria and United States in drug control through the political will of President Goodluck Jonathan."

The 2010 annual drug certification report said Nigeria, Brazil and Paraguay were removed from the list this year.

The USA defines a major drug-transit country as a significant direct source of illicit narcotic or psychotropic drugs or other controlled substances significantly affecting the United States; or a country through which such drugs or substances are transported.