In response to the escalating threat of drugs and narcotics abuse across the nation, the Senate has issued a fervent call to the Federal Government, urging the declaration of a state of emergency.
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The resolution, passed during Tuesday’s plenary, was prompted by a motion titled “Urgent need to address the menace of drug abuse in Nigeria,” initiated by Senator Babangida Uba Hussaini (APC Jigawa Northwest).
Furthermore, the esteemed red chamber has directed its committee on NAFDAC, Drugs, and Narcotics to collaborate closely with pertinent federal government bodies, convening a National Summit focused on comprehensively addressing the distressing issue of drugs and narcotics abuse within the country.
