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Borneo Post
9 hours ago
- Health
- Borneo Post
Lutong Bomba firefighters prove drug-free in AADK screening
Firefighters attend a briefing during the AADK programme. MIRI (Aug 12): All 25 firefighters from the Lutong Fire and Rescue (Bomba) station have been confirmed drug-free following a recent urine screening conducted by the Miri District National Anti-Drug Agency (AADK). The screening, led by Miri District AADK chief Rosmah Nasir, was carried out at the station, with Bomba Lutong chief Henry Jugah expressing satisfaction over the clean results. 'This reflects our firefighters' strong discipline and commitment to maintaining public trust,' he said in a statement yesterday. In addition to the screening, the station also conducted a full kit inspection and held its second management meeting for the year. Henry pointed out that various activities had been lined up from August to December, including a telematch with the media practitioners of northern Sarawak, a closed sepak takraw tournament, and the 'Ruang Ria' community engagement programme with local residents. bomba drug screening National Anti-Drug Agency
The Star
7 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Govt working to curb online drug peddling
All in a day's work: Saifuddin Nasution (left) presenting an award to Johor AADK director Mohd Faisal Maksom at the closing ceremony of the AADK i-Deen programme. — LOW BOON TAT/The Star KAJANG: The Home Ministry is studying whether to amend existing laws or introduce new legislation to address the growing issue of drug sales via online platforms, says Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. The Home Minister said the matter has been discussed at the Cabinet Committee on Addressing Drug Issues, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. 'The Cabinet committee meets three times a year, with the last one in June. There is no decision yet, as we are still discussing it. 'We still need to review legal and regulatory aspects to improve enforcement. This matter involves several agencies with different jurisdictions. 'For example, drug issues fall under the Home Ministry's purview, but if the sales occur via online platforms, that falls under the jurisdiction of the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry,' he told reporters after the closing ceremony of the National Anti-Drug Agency (AADK) i-Deen programme here yesterday. Saifuddin Nasution said one of the main challenges in tackling online drug sales is the use of various platforms that are difficult to monitor, especially when transactions occur outside official channels. He described the trend as a growing threat, warning that easy access to drug supplies and discreet transactions make enforcement efforts more complicated. 'If the transactions happen on official e-commerce platforms, they are easier to detect. But if social media platforms are used, it becomes more challenging. 'This also includes cases where delivery services like courier companies are used for small-scale drug distribution,' he added. Separately, Saifuddin Nasution said achieving a minimum 80% successful rehabilitation rate of drug users is a reasonable target for the AADK. He said the agency had already achieved a 79% rate last year. 'We want it to further improve so that the successful rehabilitation rate will continue to rise,' he said, adding that the government will give the necessary support to the agency to achieve its target. Saifuddin Nasution also said amendments to the Drug Dependants (Treatment and Rehabilitation) Act 1983 will enable stricter enforcement against private rehabilitation centres found committing offences. He said the recent amendments have empowered authorities to implement certain control measures, including regulatory oversight of privately run facilities. 'If violations occur, action can be taken,' he said. Meanwhile, on the investigation into the death of 13-year-old Zara Qairina Mahathir after an apparent fall from her hostel last month, Saifuddin Nasution said the legal process should be respected. He said the investigation paper had been completed and referred to the Attorney General's Chambers (AGC). He was asked to comment on the case, including whether proper standard operating procedure was followed during the probe. Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail previously said the IP on the investigation into Zara Qairina's death had been referred to the AGC.
The Sun
05-08-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Malaysia considers law changes to tackle online drug sales
KAJANG: The government is reviewing potential amendments to existing laws or the introduction of new legislation to combat the growing issue of online drug sales. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail highlighted the urgency of addressing this trend, which has become increasingly difficult to monitor due to discreet transactions and courier-based deliveries. The matter was discussed during a Cabinet Committee Meeting on Combating Drug Abuse in June, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. 'We examined the need for legal updates, including drafting new laws specifically targeting small-scale online drug sales,' Saifuddin Nasution said during a press conference after closing the National Anti-Drugs Agency's (AADK) i-DEEN Programme. The minister noted that online drug sales pose a unique challenge as they involve multiple regulatory bodies. While the Home Ministry oversees drug-related offences, online transactions fall under the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living. 'Platforms like e-commerce sites are easier to regulate, but social media sales combined with courier deliveries make detection harder,' he explained. Saifuddin Nasution also stressed the need for AADK officers to adapt to evolving drug trends, particularly the shift from conventional to synthetic drugs. 'Forty years ago, synthetic drugs were unheard of. Now, they dominate among users, requiring updated rehabilitation methods,' he said. Officers must now handle varying addiction cases with tailored approaches, considering factors like symptoms, severity, and user backgrounds. - Bernama
New Straits Times
05-08-2025
- Health
- New Straits Times
Unregistered drug rehab centre faces action after client's death
KAJANG: Enforcement action has been taken against an unregistered drug rehabilitation centre following the death of a client, said Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. He said that amendments to the Drug Dependants (Treatment and Rehabilitation) Act 1983 last year empowered the government to take measures against errant private centres. "We are taking action against the one in Negri Sembilan that involved a death. "If there are violations of National Anti-Drugs Agency's (AADK) guidelines, now we can take action. We couldn't before." Saifuddin was responding to a media report alleging that several unregistered private drug rehabilitation centres were operating in violation of AADK regulations. He said that amending the act was essential to ensure private rehabilitation centres comply with treatment standards. On July 18, the Dewan Rakyat passed the Drug Dependants (Treatment and Rehabilitation) (Amendment) Bill 2024. This is the first revision to the law in two decades, and it allows AADK to recognise voluntary treatment and rehabilitation services for drug addicts, including those provided by medical officers.
The Sun
05-08-2025
- Health
- The Sun
Home Ministry acts against private rehab centre after death in Negeri Sembilan
KAJANG: The Home Ministry has taken enforcement action against a private drug rehabilitation centre in Negeri Sembilan following a death at the facility. Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the move was possible due to last year's amendment to the Drug Addicts (Treatment and Rehabilitation) Act, which now allows the government to regulate private rehab centres violating National Anti-Drugs Agency (AADK) guidelines. 'There was one case in Negeri Sembilan, which led to a death. Action has been taken. We couldn't take any action before, but now we can. This is one of the key benefits of the amendment,' he said during a press conference after launching the AADK i-DEEN programme. Saifuddin was responding to media reports alleging unregistered private rehab centres were operating against AADK regulations. He stressed that the legal amendment ensures proper treatment standards and safeguards residents' welfare to prevent future incidents. On July 18, the Dewan Rakyat passed the Drug Addicts (Treatment and Rehabilitation) (Amendment) Bill 2024, marking the first update to the law in two decades. The bill expands AADK's authority to recognise voluntary rehab services beyond those provided by medical officers. Regarding rehabilitation success rates, Saifuddin noted AADK's current recovery rate is nearly 80 per cent. 'The agency aims for an 80 per cent recovery target next year. We're at 78 to 79 per cent now. Achieving 80 per cent would be a strong success,' he added. - Bernama
