Anthony Omerikwa

Anthony Omerikwa

politician Kenya

Anthony Omerikwa is the Chief Executive Officer of the National Authority for Campaign Against Drug Abuse (NACADA) in Kenya. He has been a prominent advocate for addressing substance abuse, particularly among the youth. Under his leadership, NACADA has launched various initiatives aimed at raising awareness about the dangers of drug use and promoting preventive measures. Recently, he has been vocal about the alarming statistics regarding drug abuse among university students in Kenya, emphasizing the need for decisive action against drug dealers to protect the future generation. His commitment to combating drug-related issues reflects a broader call for a more rigorous approach to drug enforcement and education in the country.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
203,102
Power
400$
Sentiment
7.50
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Kenya 4 7.50 0.38% +0% 53,771,296 203,102 $106,000 400$
Totals 4 53,771,296 203,102 $106,000 400$
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Recent Mentions

Kenya Kenya: The authority’s Chief Executive Officer, Anthony Omerikwa, said the initiative underscores the government’s commitment to demand reduction. 8

The Standard: NACADA announces 2026 national drug prevention essay writing competition

Kenya Kenya: NACADA Chief Executive Officer Dr Anthony Omerikwa said the suspect who escaped the police dragnet is a serial illicit brew dealer in the area. 7

The Standard: Illicit Ugandan brew worth over Sh1m seized in Kapsabet raid

Kenya Kenya: Anthony Omerikwa is the CEO of the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA). 8

The Standard: 15 rehabilitation centres slapped with closure notices over lack of medical personnel

Kenya Kenya: NACADA Chief Executive Officer Anthony Omerikwa said that the suspect who escaped the police dragnet is a serial illicit brew dealer in the locality. 7

The Standard: One suspect as arrested as Ugandan made brews seized in Kapsabet

Kenya Kenya: Dr Anthony Omerikwa, the NACADA Chief Executive Officer, spoke about the enforcement action against illicit alcohol. 8

The Standard: NACADA seizes smuggled Ugandan liquor in festive season crackdown

Kenya Kenya: Anthony Omerikwa is the Chief Executive Officer of NACADA and spoke about the dangers of drug trafficking among university students. 8

The Standard: NACADA seize Sh5 million bhang in Homa Bay student hostel raid

Kenya Kenya: NACADA Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Anthony Omerikwa, praised the coordinated action, calling it a major win in the government’s war on illicit alcohol. 9

The Standard: NACADA intensify crackdown on illicit brew

Kenya Kenya: NACADA Chief Executive Officer Anthony Omerikwa credited public tip-offs for the success of the operation. 8

The Standard: NACADA raid pours out 20,000 liters of illicit alcohol in Mathare

Kenya Kenya: NACADA Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Anthony Omerikwa, said the arrest was a milestone in the government’s renewed fight against the illicit alcohol trade. 8

The Standard: Sh17.5 Million worth of illicit alcohol seized in Nyeri, suspect Arrested

Kenya Kenya: Anthony Omerikwa is the Chief Executive Officer of NACADA and noted that the newly launched national policy does not impose any legal bans but sets out proposed guidelines. 7

The Standard: They were just proposals, NACADA says on alcohol sales ban