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NAFDAC calls on women to stay away from drug abuse

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NAFDAC calls on women to stay away from drug abuse

The National Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has warned women to stay away from drug abuse.

The Deputy Director and Kwara State Coordinator of NAFDAC, Mrs Roseline Ajayi gave the warnings while speaking with newsmen on Tuesday in Ilorin.

 

Ajayi noted that the abuse of drugs is gradually extending to women.

“I have heard the story that drug abuse is quite prevalence among ladies and I think it is about the environment where they live.

“In an environment where alcohol is consumed freely, where you have frustration, joblessness and pressure in the home-front, people tend to take solace in something and they go after doing something that will make them forget about their sorrow,’’ she said.

She noted that the agency has discovered that soft drinks are now being mixed with drugs such as tramadol and codeine cough syrup before it is taken.

NAFDAC calls on women to stay away from drug abuse

NAFDAC calls on women to stay away from drug abuse

“Because of the stigma that women might face if they come out openly that they take drugs, they do it clandestinely by lacing soft drinks with hard drugs to prevent people from suspecting them,’’ he said.

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Ajayi said the agency has stepped up its awareness campaign against drug abuse and misuse through enlightenment on dangers and consequences of drugs abuse.

She noted that the agency will be working in partnership with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to effectively combat drug-related offences.

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Ajayi also spoke on the need for government to step up effort to reduce the rate of unemployment so that the rate of drug abuse can be curbed.

“When youths are gainfully engaged, they will be busy; their minds will not go into illicit drugs consumption,’’ she said.

Ajayi then called on Nigerians to uphold family ties and value, adding also that parents should keep an eye on their children giving them support as at when due.

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