Kwara State Intensifies Grassroots Campaign Against Drug Abuse
According to a news report from New Telegraph, the Kwara State Drug Control Committee (KWDCC), in collaboration with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the Office of the First Lady of Kwara State, has launched a mass mobilisation campaign against drug abuse at the grassroots level.
The campaign aims to educate rural communities about the dangers of drug abuse and its adverse effects on society.
Speaking during a sensitisation programme in Ijara Isin community, Isin Local Government Area, the Commissioner for Health, Dr Amina Ahmed El-Imam, stressed the dire consequences of drug abuse, including premature death and mental disorders. She urged youths to refrain from consuming hard drugs, which could jeopardise their lives and future prospects.
Representatives from the NDLEA, including Chief Superintendent Narcotics (CSN) Samsudeen Amali, called on community leaders to actively engage in the campaign to foster the development of future leaders. They highlighted the commitment of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to nurturing exemplary youth leadership.
Additionally, committee member Alhaji Wahab Ajibola cautioned youths against promoting the use of hard substances due to their severe repercussions.
The Olusin of Ijara Isin, Oba Ajibola Julius, represented by High Chief Enoch Bamikole, expressed gratitude to the State Government for combating activities that threaten the youth's well-being. He assured the government of the community's full support and collaboration in the campaign.
The mobilisation campaign witnessed the participation of various stakeholders, including the Kwara State Drug Control Committee, NDLEA staff, local traditional leaders, religious figures, and members of the Ijara Isin community, including students and teachers.
Cloud Tag: What's trending
Click on a word/phrase to read more about it.
Bilikisu Gambari Hauwa Nuru Ganmo Kwarareports Saadatu Modibbo-Kawu Azeez Salawu Hakeem Lawal Ejidongari Lateef Fagbemi Adeniyi Ojo Alfa Yahaya Road Aishatu Ahmed Gobir Bamikole Omishore Usman Yunusa Kayode Ishola Lithium Kwara State Health Insurance Agency Societe Generale Bank Of Nigeria Ndakene Nnazua MINILS Abdulrasheed Akogun Offa Aishat Sulu-Gambari Amina El-Imam Abdulganiyu Salahudeen Lukman Oyebanji Fagbemi Adamu Ibrahim Sabi Edu Principal Private Secretary Esinniobiwa Quareeb SUBEB Apaola Kwara State Governor Idris Garba Sunset Workers Kwara Metro Park Government High School Adeta Sunday Otokiti Tunde Kazeem Wahab Femi Agbaje AGM Professional Services Oniye Amada Jidda Coalition Of Kwara North Groups Umar Saro FOMWAN Temi Kolawole Monthly Sanitation Exercise Doyin Group Yusuf AbdulRasheed NULGE Saba Jibril Wakilin Mata Lafiagi KSIRS Bello Taoheed Abubakar Isiaka Yusuf Kola Shittu Sa\'adu Salahu Kwara United Okedare Senate Presidency Laduba Kwara State Geographic Information Service Ajeigbe Salihu Yahaya Patigi Regatta QuickWin Mohammed Lawal Tunde Yusuf Joseph Alex Offorjama Geri-Alimi Split Diamond Interchange Student Learning Support Helpline Suleiman Alege Kuranga Ilorin International Airport Government Girls’ Day Secondary School Pakata SSA Youth

