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Oborevwori Flags Off ‘Drug-free Delta’ Campaign To Combat Rising Drug Abuse

by Felix Igbekoyi
6 months ago
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Determined to combat the alarming rise in drug abuse, particularly among the youth in Delta state, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, on Monday, officially launched the ‘Drug-Free Delta’ Campaign.

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At the campaign’s official flag-off in secondary schools across the state, held in Asaba, Governor Oborevwori described it as a critical step in addressing a societal problem that has grown to “monumental proportions.”

Represented by the State Commissioner for Health, Dr Joseph Onojaeme, he said the purpose of the gathering was to look out for possible ways of getting rid of a societal problem, which has grown to a monumental proportion,” the governor declared.

Governor Oborevwori emphasised that the campaign would focus on education, prevention, and rehabilitation, targeting secondary schools, higher institutions, and even primary schools across the state.

The governor stressed that drug abuse often leads to deviant behaviours, such as theft and violent crime, which have become prevalent among affected youths.

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“The alarming increase in the prevalence of illicit drug use among our youth has compelled us to take decisive action aimed at drastically reducing and ultimately eliminating it in Delta state.

“Our target is to educate, sensitise, and empower our young people with the knowledge and skills necessary to make informed decisions about drug use,” he said.

Barr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, Director General, Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, Governor‘s Office, Asaba, said the initiative is a collaborative effort between the Delta state government and the State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), alongside other stakeholders, including the State’s Orientation and Communication Bureau.

He emphasised the devastating social, health, and economic consequences of drug abuse.

“Drug abuse is a global health and social problem that affects millions of people worldwide. The South-South region, including Delta State, has been identified as a high-risk zone for drug abuse.“

The NDLEA Commander for Delta State, Abubakar Wada, hinted at stricter measures, noting that drug testing kits might soon become a prerequisite for admission into higher institutions in the state.

Its consequences are far-reaching, leading to increased mortality, hospital admissions, and severe social disequilibrium,” he warned.

‚Through education, prevention, intervention, and rehabilitation, the ‘Drug-Free Delta’ Campaign aims to create a healthier, safer future for the next generation“, he advised.


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