National Association of Seadogs (NAS), Abia State chapter has advocated a pragmatic approach in the war against illicit drugs and substance abuse in the country.
The chapter’s president, Eze Nwosu, stated this yesterday at a one-day advocacy in Ibeku High School, Umuahia, the state capital, with the theme “Stop Drug Abuse Now.”
Nwosu suggested surveillance and information gathering at both secondary and tertiary institutions “with their teeming youth population to ensure the success of the war”.
The leader of the NAS, which is also referred to as the Pirates Confraternity, described the various forms of the abuse as “weapons of mass destruction that must be eliminated”.
“Their users need to be extricated from them through moral instructions, parental instruction, and seminars on their dangers to save them from their consequences.
“We want the young people to understand that they have a choice and that choice should be a healthy, drug-free and responsible life,” Nwosu noted.
He highlighted the NAS’ social impact initiatives to include offsetting of medical bills of indigent patient, youths mentorship, counselling, and sensitization campaigns.
A member of the chapter, Uche Nwagbo, urged the students to focus on their studies and avoid harmful substances for a bright future.
Responding on behalf of the school, the principal, represented by Guidance and Counselling teacher, Victory David, expressed gratitude to the NAS for the advocacy.
The event included question-and-answer sessions and the presentation of gifts to Ogazi Emmanuel, Emenike Ihuoma, and Daniel Precious of SS1 for being attentive to the discussions.
