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ANALYSIS: NIGERIA Cannabis Bill; should we care a bit more?

by Jairus Awo | Apr 12, 2023 | Drugs

The question of whether or not cannabis, popularly known as Marijuana should be legalized for medicinal and recreational use has been a contentious one, with many people advocating for either side of the debate. Miriam Onuoha, a member of the House of a...

To Fight Drug Abuse, STOAN And NDLEA Collaborates

by Jairus Awo | Mar 30, 2023 | Drugs

The Nigerian Ports Terminal Operators Association has vowed to work with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency to combat drug usage in the country. According to the group, its head, Vicky Haastrup, made the vow while hosting the commander of the Nigerian Drug Law...

Cannabis Legalization In Nigeria Is Not Yet Ready—ISSUP

by Jairus Awo | Mar 28, 2023 | Drugs

The International Society of Substance Use Prevention and Treatment Professionals, (ISSUP), Nigeria branch, has spoken out against the plan to legalize cannabis in Nigeria, arguing that the time is not appropriate. Dr. Martin Agwogie, President of ISSUP, claimed in a...

NDLEA commends Representatives for opposing the cannabis bill.

by Jairus Awo | Mar 24, 2023 | Drugs

Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Retd), the Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, has commended House of Representatives members and leaders for rejecting yet another attempt to pass a bill decriminalizing cannabis cultivation, sale, and use in Nigeria...