Stakeholders Unite Against Youth Drug Abuse in Kwara

A conference held in Ilorin, Kwara State, focused on intensifying the fight against drug abuse, particularly among Nigerian youth. Organized by the Nigerian Customs Service in collaboration with the MTN Foundation and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), the event brought together various stakeholders, including the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Nigerian Army, Nigerian Air Force, Nigerian Navy, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

The conference highlighted the urgent need for sustained cooperation among security agencies, educational institutions, families, and community leaders to effectively tackle the challenges posed by substance abuse. Key speakers included Maryam Iya Imam, the First Lady of Kwara State, and Mukail Aileru, Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Drug Abuse Prevention and Control.

The conference concluded with a commitment to deepen partnerships and expand advocacy campaigns to safeguard the future of Nigeria's youth.