Kano partners Reps committee for regional drug abuse summit
The Kano State Government is working with the House of Representatives ad hoc Committee on Drugs and Illicit Trafficking to organise the North-West Regional Summit on Drug Abuse, Drug Trafficking, Tobacco and Alcohol Control. The summit aims to address the rising issue of substance abuse, especially among youth. Abba Yusuf, the governor of Kano, has been commended for his leadership in hosting the event. Various stakeholders, including policymakers, security agencies, and traditional leaders, are expected to participate.
What we know
- The summit will focus on developing coordinated responses to drug abuse, trafficking, and related social vices.
- Oluwatimehin Adelegbe highlighted that the initiative is part of a nationwide advocacy to generate practical recommendations.
- The House committee presented a proposed national strategy on drug abuse and related issues to the Kano State Government.
- The delegation visited the Kano Reformatory Centre and met with the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, to seek support for the summit.
- The summit is expected to strengthen laws, promote prevention, and foster collaboration among stakeholders to tackle substance abuse in the region.
