Bayelsa State governor, Senator Douye Diri, has implored politicians in the state not to destroy the future of youths by introducing them to drug use during
He thanked the Dr. Faith Zibs-Godwin-led committee and others that have contributed to the reduction of drug abuse in the state.
“Today, all the accolades we receive are because we have put round pegs in a round hole in the Bayelsa State agency against drug abuse. Members of this committee work as a team and the teamwork has produced a good result,” he said. Responding, the governor dedicated the award to his deputy, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, his cabinet, the drug abuse prevention community, those supporting the fight against drug abuse and the youths.
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