Tinubu Makes Case for Drug Addicts, Vows to Combat Illicit Trafficking
- President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Monday, June 26, declared war against drug trafficking and abuse
- He stated this at the State House in an event organised to commemorate the United Nations International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking
- The President, however, made a case for drug addicts noting that they need to be cared for and understood
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FCT, Abuja - President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has promised to intensify the fight against drug abuse and illicit trafficking of drugs in Nigeria in collaboration with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and other foreign agencies.
The president stated this at the State House in Abuja on Monday, June 26, during an occasion organised to commemorate the United Nations International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.
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Tinubu, who the secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, ably represented tasked stakeholders to adopt a subtle approach in relating with drug addicts while noting that they are also humans that deserve to be heard and understood, Punch reported.
Akume said there was a need for interventions to address drug use and its associated consequences, recognise the individual and address the social stigma that comes with the menace.
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He said:
“These groups often face barriers in accessing health care and social services within society to address their drug use problems."
President Tinubu declares war against drug abuse, trafficking
As reported by Daily Trust, he said:
“We will tackle the drug menace and its associated consequences in all forms and therefore call on governments, international organisations, and civil stakeholders to take urgent actions to protect society and all people by tackling the problem of illicit supply and abuse of drugs, to help raise the consciousness of the threats that it poses to the society.”
Meanwhile, the chairman of the NDLEA, Buba Marwa, said the stigmatisation of persons struggling with drug abuse is a major impediment to their rehabilitation process.
He said:
“They are human beings with inherent dignity, deserving of understanding, empathy, and support…Our prejudices hinder their access to healthcare, employment, and social support systems.
“Hence, we must work to break down the barriers that prevent people from seeking help and foster an environment where they feel safe, respected, and encouraged to access the necessary treatments and interventions.”
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Meanwhile, the 10th national assembly has revealed plans to declare war against the abuse of illicit substances.
This pledge was made by the Benue state lawmaker representing the Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo federal constituency, Phillip Agbese.
According to Agbese, there is a need to combat the abuse of drugs before it becomes a pandemic.
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