NigeriaGov Sanwo-Olu raises alarm over escalating drug abuse

Gov Sanwo-Olu raises alarm over escalating drug abuse

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Lagos State Government has expressed deep concern over the rising tide of substance abuse within the state and across Nigeria, calling for urgent efforts to tackle the growing threat.

Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu issued the call during the Anti-Substance Abuse Programme, ASAP, Advocacy Stakeholders Conference, organised by MTN Nigeria at its headquarters in Falomo, Lagos.

Represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Barrister Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin, the governor described substance abuse as a “malignant cancer” eating away at the core of society and endangering the nation’s future.

“It is disheartening to witness the spread of drug abuse among our youth, with its grip extending even to our innocent children,” Salu-Hundeyin lamented.

He added: “Our young people are the lifeblood of our future. But how can a nation thrive when its strength is undermined by the devastating effects of addiction?”

She noted that the Lagos State Government is actively implementing a multi-faceted response to the challenge. Initiatives include the establishment of a dedicated mental health institute, a round-the-clock mental health support helpline, and ongoing collaboration with regulatory bodies to strengthen oversight.

“We are prioritising preventive strategies in our fight against substance abuse.

“Through the Lagos State Well-Being Programme, we have expanded school counseling services, equipped communities, schools, and religious centres with early intervention tools, and reinforced mental health awareness to stem the tide before it worsens,” she said.

Salu-Hundeyin also praised MTN Nigeria for its corporate commitment to social responsibility through the ASAP initiative.

She highlighted the programme’s investment in youth education, teacher training, and sustained national advocacy as exemplary, noting it demonstrates how the private sector can be a powerful partner in driving societal progress.





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