The councillor representing Wuse ward, Mathias Aliu, also called the campaign a 'call to action,' urging parents, educators, and local leaders to reinforce drug abuse prevention and encourage healthier lifestyle choices among youths.
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He stressed that even minor substance abuse—starting with what may seem harmless like alcohol or caffeine—can gradually lead to a reliance on highly addictive and harmful drugs. Support journalism driven by facts, created by Nigerians for Nigerians. Our thorough, researched reporting relies on the support of readers like you.This concern aligns with the findings of international agencies on substance abuse in Nigeria.
In Nigeria, as in many developing countries, youth are increasingly exposed to these “socially acceptable” drugs due to low enforcement and high accessibility.Nasir Usman, AMAC’s vice-chairman, described drug abuse as a “complex issue” affecting not only individuals but entire communities. The councillor representing Wuse ward, Mathias Aliu, also called the campaign a “call to action,” urging parents, educators, and local leaders to reinforce drug abuse prevention and encourage healthier lifestyle choices among youths.
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