NDLEA’s Former Leader And SARS Founder Passes Away (Details Below)

NDLEA’s Former Leader And SARS Founder Passes Away (Details Below)

Fulani Kwajafa, former CEO of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and retired police commissioner, has passed away at the age of 88. His son, Nuhu Fulani Kwajafa, Director General of the Global Initiative for Peace, Love and Care (GIPLC), confirmed the news, sharing his gratitude for his father’s life and legacy..……..CONTINUE READING 

In a heartfelt Instagram post, Nuhu wrote, “This morning, my beloved father passed away at the age of 88. I thank God for his life and his contributions to our great country, Nigeria. We will deeply miss you, dad… Rest In Peace, Fulani Kwajafa OFR.”

Kwajafa, widely recognized for his foundational role in establishing the now-defunct Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS), began his career as a constable in the Nigeria Police Force in 1954 and rose to the position of police commissioner by 1984. He became NDLEA Chairman and CEO in 1991.

In a 2020 BBC Hausa interview, Kwajafa reflected on his complex legacy, expressing regret over the direction SARS eventually took, as it became infamous for human rights abuses despite its initial mission to combat rising crime rates.

Reflecting on this evolution, Kwajafa admitted, “When I am mentioned as the creator of SARS, I feel ashamed. It’s a thing of regret for me. If I had known it would be like this, I wouldn’t have created it.” His legacy remains impactful yet deeply introspective as Nigeria remembers his life and contributions.