Buhari Calls For Increased Fight Against Poverty To Tackle Drug Use

Former President Muhammadu Buhari has called for more investments in youths to curb drug abuse as he urged law enforcement agencies to intensify the fight against the menace.

Beyond this he said, the main causes of drug abuse such as poverty and lack of opportunities must also be addressed.

Buhari was speaking on Sunday as a special guest of honour during a one-day Maiden Annual Dialogue organized by the Katsina State Consultative Forum at the Presidential Banquet Hall, General Muhammadu Buhari Government House, Katsina.

The theme of this year’s maiden annual dialogue is: “Menace of Drug Abuse Among Youths”.

“This is not a challenge one person or group can tackle alone, we all have a role in curbing drug abuse,” he said.

“We can’t afford to watch drug abuse dismantle their potential and the country’s future.

“I, therefore, urged all to unite and act decisively against drug abuse in the state. We must not turn away from this self-inflicting suffering of our youths. We need to confront this issue collectively with determination and resolve.

“Youths should not allow themselves into drug abuse, believe in yourselves, your abilities, and your future. I know the challenges you face are many but you should be apt to it. We will work together to offer you the support and opportunities needed to resist the menace.

“Let us stand together for the sake of our youths and the prosperity of our state.

“Law enforcement agencies to increase effort against drug trafficking and distribution. Beyond that, we must address underlined causes of drug abuse like poverty and lack of opportunities.

“I am committed to supporting Katsina State, I urge everyone to leverage their respective influence with the necessary resources, policies, and programs needed to fight this challenge to our future. Our youths hold the key to Katsina State’s future,” he noted.