Eight candidates shortlisted for teaching positions in Kwara State have been disqualified after failing a drug test administered by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA).
The disqualified individuals were among 1,800 candidates selected by the Kwara State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM) for recruitment. Their disqualification paves the way for the next best-performing candidates from their respective local government areas to take their place.
TESCOM Chairman, Bello Taoheed Abubakar, confirmed the development in a statement on Monday. He revealed that the substances detected included benzodiazepine, tramadol, cotinine, marijuana, and amphetamine — all banned and harmful to human health.
He stressed that the action aligns with the state government’s zero-tolerance policy on drug abuse, highlighting Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s commitment to upholding merit-based and integrity-driven recruitment processes.
“This sends a strong message that we will not tolerate any form of drug abuse among those entrusted with educating our children,” Abubakar stated.
He further commended the governor for ensuring transparency and quality in the education sector.
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