Reggae/Dancehall artiste, Kojo Kurankye, popularly known as Ras Kuuku, is calling on the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) and the government to urgently ban the importation of illicit drugs, particularly a substance known as “Red.”
Speaking to Adom News’ Kwasi Azor during a visit to Akyem Mouso in the Atiwa West District of the Eastern Region, Ras Kuuku expressed grave concern over the increasing abuse of such substances.
He stressed that the influx of “Red” and other harmful drugs into the country is having a devastating impact on young people, both physically and mentally.
According to Ras Kuuku, the current situation poses a serious threat to public health and national development, as many young Ghanaians are falling victim to drug addiction due to the easy accessibility of such illicit substances.
He therefore urged the FDA and border authorities to intensify surveillance and tighten control at entry points to prevent the drugs from making their way into the country.
Beyond enforcement, Ras Kuuku also appealed to the government to address the root causes of drug abuse by creating more employment opportunities for the youth, especially in agriculture.
He believes that making farming more attractive and profitable would not only curb youth unemployment but also steer many away from the dangers of drug abuse.
He emphasized that empowering the youth through viable economic opportunities remains one of the most effective ways to combat the rising tide of substance abuse in Ghana.
Source | Adomonline
