Drugs
By Aderogba George
Abuja, June 26, 2024 (NAN) The Nigeria Youth Organization (NYO) has warned Nigerian youths against illicit use of drugs, saying it is toxic and has ability to kill people.
Comrade Okorie Okorie, the President of NYO, made the call in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Wednesday, on the occasion of World Drug Day (WDD).
The 2024 WDD has the theme:”The evidence is clear: invest in prevention”.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, or World Drug Day, is marked on June 26 every year.
Okorie, who commended the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), for strengthening the action against illicit drugs, called for cooperation in achieving a world free of drug abuse.
He reminded Nigerian youths in particular of the dangers of drug use which according to him, can be irredeemable.
“Drugs can lead to madness, depression, robbery, murder or violence.
“It is wise for our youths to resist its thrills because in that lies the kill and I know many have been rendered useless by drugs,” he said.
The NYO President highlighted the health hazards of drugs in the body which could lead to immediate or remote impairments.
He advised youths to shun all forms of drugs in order to live a meaningful life for themselves and the nation.
The NYO boss identified drugs as the major causes of criminal activities and other social vices which had made prevention imperative.
Okorie used the occasion to commend Gen Buba Marwa, Chairman of National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for his uncompromising stance against drugs.
He expressed the commitment of the youth organisation to work in synergy with NDLEA and other relevant bodies in the fight against drugs.
NAN reports that according to UNODC, the global drug problem presents a multifaceted challenge that touches the lives of millions worldwide.
This year’s World Drug Day campaign recognises that effective drug policies must be rooted in science, research, full respect for human rights.
It must also be rooted in compassion, a deep understanding of the social, economic, and health implications of drug use. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
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Edited by Vivian Ihechu
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