The need to enhance the knowledge of law enforcement agencies about mental health and effective drug response strategies will help curb illicit drug use among the young population, experts have advised.

The Society for the Improvement of Rural People (SIRP), yesterday, expressed concern over the rising cases of drug abuse in the country and charged law enforcement agencies...

The impact of substance abuse disorder in recent times continues to be a source of concern for our society as a whole.

The Initiative for a Drug-Free Africa (IFDFA) volunteers has urged the Federal Government to take more proactive steps aimed at reducing drug abuse amongst youths and vulnerable groups by at least 40 percent in the country.

The Borno State government is to partner the National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to rid the state of all forms of drug abuse and addiction.

The Medical Director and Consultant in charge of the Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital, Kware Sokoto, Dr. Shehu Sale, has advocated the introduction of courses on drug abuse in tertiary institutions

To acquaint new students with the university’s policies and practices, the Student Affairs Division, University of Lagos (UNILAG), has organised orientation programme, for the newly admitted students of the institution.

Late Nick Gordon, the boyfriend of late Bobbi Kristina Brown was reported to have been found unresponsive and in cardiac arrest on New Year's Day. Following an autopsy, the cause of death of the 30-year-old's death has been established as a heroin overdose. Florida medical examiner Tracy Corey ruled out trauma and disease as the…

The Vice Chancellor, the Redeemer’s University, Ede, Prof. Anthony Akinlo, has urged students to desist from any form of societal vices.He said the society has been polluted with misconduct such as stealing...

American rapper Juicy J has apologized to his fans for his role in promoting drug use. The 44 years old rapper tweeted on Friday: "If I inspired anybody to do drugs, I apologize," he tweeted. https://twitter.com/therealjuicyj/status/1210839941682323456?s=19 In recent times, a number of high profile celebrities deaths have been linked to drug abuse. The most recent…

Purists believe that taking part in international sport is an end in itself, and argue that victory in such competitions only adds to the joy in participation.

Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN) has cautioned against drug abuse among citizens. It stated this yesterday at a stakeholders’ forum in Kaduna to brainstorm on the alarming statistics on drug use in the country and the way forward.