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Queen Ndubusi Emerges Winner Of Face Of Royalty Africa

19-year-old Queen Ndubusi has floored other 15 contestants to emerge the winner of 2021 Face Of Royalty Africa beauty pageant.

The event which took place at Merit House in Abuja at the weekend was the 4th in the series.

Queen Ndubusi, a native of Abia State is a student of Ebonyi State University.

Organiser of Face Of Royalty Africa beauty pageant, Bassey Duke said it was set up to harness the talent and potentials the young women have for the betterment of the society.

The event also featured Africa Royalty Awards where individuals and organisations who have distinguished themselves in areas of speciality and affected the society for good were presented with awards of excellence.

https://www.statepress.ng/2021/12/queen-ndubusi-emerges-winner-of-face-of.html

Amb Kingsley Amafibe: Giving Event Packaging A Classy Look In Abuja, One Of People You Should Know


The Abuja narratives in social life is rapidly taking a new turn courtesy of new sheriffs in town. Prior to recent times, the FCT was not known beyond being the nation's seat of power where politicians meet to plot their political survival and restrategise against the next political year. Added to this is the fact that it houses key government ministries, departments and agencies. One can therefore safely say the city is a civil service state where the calendar cycle runs Monday-Friday, unlike Lagos where the large quantum of commercial and social activities run all week.

Interestingly, the I-cannot-kill-myself philosophy of Lagos where social life runs at par with work life seems to have in a way crept into Abuja. Residents of the nation's capital unlike in the past do not need to travel to Eko to unwind after a week-long work. What they are looking for in Sokoto is now in their shokoto, as we say in our parlance. Then why not save the flight ticket and have a full blast here at your doorstep?

This again accounts to why some top class MCs, comedians and artistes are finding their survival in a city once considered a rocky ground for the entertainment industry. Credit must be given to those who are bringing Abuja to limelight with social life, thereby offering residents opportunity of easing off the accumulated work-induced stress while getting them ready for a more healthy and productive lifestyle through a sound and emotionally balanced psyche. Some of these event gurus started off as pageant beauty contest organisers years back but have enlarged their scope to package events that adorn the presence of top socialites, politically exposed persons, business moguls and entertainment icons.

These visionary event organisers have not only created a niche for themselves, they have equally gone ahead to give Lagos a run for its money. In a short while, they have brought fame, attention, accolades, satisfaction, recognition and glamour to the FCT, thereby reviving the social life of the Abuja residents once in limbo.

In no particular order, these five individuals and organisations based on our research have contributed immensely to thrilling the residents of FCT with memorable events. Also note that Venue of Event, Quality Of Personalities, Turn Out of Individuals, Event Packaging, Media Presence & Visibility, Human Relation and Profit/ Income generation form the criteria for our listing.


*Amb. Kingsley Amafibe*

The Chairman Peace Ambassador Agency, Amb. Amafibe is one of the backbones of events and entertainment in Abuja. He started off on a right and strong footing with the unveiling of his Miss Ambassador for Peace Pageant. It has over the years harvested several embodiments of beauty and brain from across the country that have left enviable footprints in their various endeavours. From the fountain of this dream sprang entertainers, models, authors and respected financial experts. Amafibe's vision brought to limelight these young ladies, largely from a not-too-rich background, dusted up their talents and made them discover themselves.

With the level of confidence he impacted in them, they have not only become useful to themselves but have become assets to their families and the entire society. The platform also linked some of these beauty queens to mouth watering contracts that changed their lives for good while others met their life partners here and are happily married.

A man whose word is his bond, he stands out as one of those pageant organisers who keeps to agreements with the contestants. He has remained consistent in redeeming pledges of cars as star prize to winners along with accompanying consolation prizes. Without mincing words, a good numbers of winners of Miss Ambassador for Peace Pageant since inception have smiled home with a beautiful cars.


The company, Peace Ambassador Agency later introduced Peace Achievers Award which was initially organised along with the Miss Ambassador for Peace Pageant. As time progressed, seeing the massive pomp and pageantry it attracted, both events were separated from each other and organised independently. The Peace Achievers Award in no distant time attracted the presence of politically exposed individuals including Governors, Senators, House of Representatives and State Houses of Assembly members, top government functionaries, notable businessmen and socialites who have at one time or the other been honoured with this prestigious award for their contributions to peace and unity of Nigeria. The award was later rebranded as Peace International Achievers Award.


Also, the Northern Nigeria Peace Awards which later joined the list of highly successful social events organised by Peace Ambassador Agency attracted prominent political leaders, traditional rulers, religious leaders, opinion leaders, businessmen and women, influencers, entertainers etc from the Northern region.


As a peace advocate, Amb. Kingsley Amafibe is not oblivious of the role youth empowerment plays in entrenching a lasting peace in the country. An engaged youth will not think of stoking the embers of crisis and disunity among his kinsmen. To this end, he went ahead to introduce the Big Dreams Reality TV show, through a subsidiary of Peace Ambassador Agency, Good Dreams Multi Media Concept.


With this platform, he discovered and harnessed plethora of talents among the youth population during their tasks in the camp. This again attracted likeminds, ranging from high profile celebrities, notable youth advocates and young political leaders who did not only visit the camp to identify with the youths while their task lasted but also supported the dream through cash and kind.


Unlike many others, Amb. Amafibe did not jettison his first passion, the media which indeed reasonably gave him a leverage in many other dreams he has been able to accomplish. The publisher of Alpha Plus Magazine, he has gone ahead to rebrand the magazine for optimum performance, having existed over the years as a monthly national publication. Notable individuals from all endeavours of life in entertainment, showbiz, business, politics, etc have all adorned the cover page of the prestigious newspaper that has become a household name in Abuja and surrounding cities.


Recently, he authored a book with the title "Rise Of African Fashion Designers And Lifestyle" which is currently selling on Amazon.


In recognition of his visible contributions in the industry, he was recently honoured as an honorary "Doctor of Management and Entrepreneurship from the Institute of Management and Leadership USA in Partnership with American Heritage University Southern California" at his event. This therefore qualifies him to attach the prefix "Dr" in front of his name.


In an effort to assemble all fun lovers in Abuja and environs to unwind after a hectic year, full of hustle and bustle, he introduced Abuja All White Pool Party under his Good Dreams Multi Media Concept. Irrespective of unmet and missed targets which sometimes characterise our year, there is every reason to celebrate, especially by being among those who have seen the end of the year in a society where people are felled for fun.


The Abuja All White Pool Party has over the years provided a platform for families to ease off their stress and relax in most serene and calm atmosphere. This has been hosted in very high profile centres across the FCT; from Sandrallia hotel to Commodore Suites, Kanary Wellness Centre and others. Abuja residents always walk home with fun memories at the end of each All White Pool Party, waiting with a bated breath for the next season which is billed to hold on 5th December 2021 at Commodore suite, Wuse 2.


Amb. Kingsley Amafibe stands out in the comity of event organisers because he takes cognizance of venue before delving into an event. Top class spots such as Transcorp Hilton, Sheraton Hotels and Towers, NAF Conference Centre etc are always his choice. It takes an organiser who understands his onion to consider hosting an event in these and other A-rated centres. Undeniably, these centres have not only attracted him fame but fortune.


In terms of quality of persons he has attracted to his events, he has brought in the high and might from various parts of the country and life endeavours. He is also known for pulling a massive individual turn out in all his events. From Miss Ambassador for Peace Pageant, to Peace International Achievers Award, Northern Nigeria Peace Awards, Big Dreams Reality TV show and Abuja All White Pool Party, the turn outs have been very humongous. In some of his event, he has had a reason to make provision for an expanded hall, bring in additional seats for the comfort and relaxation of the teeming respected guests.


He is rated high as an event packager in Abuja. He stands out not only in giving every event a touch of class, he goes extra mile to ensure that lighting, sound, red carpet and whatever that event needs to have an international outlook is provided. These are not unconnected to why he is a sought-after to individuals, bodies and corporate organisations who want to have a spotless event in the nation's capital.


As a publisher and media entrepreneur, he treats with utmost seriousness anything that concerns the media in his events. He understands the essence of publicity and visibility and does not handle same with laxity. Before, during and after events, he ensures a high level of publicity and this has led to a mutually beneficial relationship between his organisation and media houses, both electronic, print and online. The streets of Abuja are greeted with billboards, posters and banners that announce to residents that something big is about to happen in their neighboruhood.


In human relations, he has carefully recruited well-bred, thoroughly trained ushers who relate with guests with a very high sense of dignity. He has ensured that guests do not only have something valuable on their tables during events, but go home with their heads high that they did not miss the event.


He has grown from strength to strength over the years in profit/income generation at the end of each outing. It is only gratifying to recoup an investment after putting in so much to host an event to the satisfaction of guests. To assemble individuals, thrill them with earth-shaking contents and then recoup your resources only encourages you to do more.


Little wonder he has continually reinvested his funds in remodeling his business empire through establishment of new offices, acquisition new operational equipment, including cars and recruitment of manpower for effective service delivery. At a recent disaster where his wife's shop was razed down in Gwarimpa area of the city during a fire outbreak, coupled with the demolition of his own office space in the Wuse 2 area by the authorities of FCDA, he emerged stronger within a twinkle of an eye to the chagrin of many.



Today, he is rated high as one of the event entrepreneurs who occupies one of the most beautiful, well packaged and smart offices in highbrow area of Abuja.


https://www.abujapress.com/2021/12/amb-kingsley-amafibe-giving-event.html

Dr Godwin Maduka's Philanthropy And Kind Gestures Towards Anambrarians Is A Gold Standard, For Measuring Selfless Leadership Qualities!

From many years and months that well lead to the Anambra 2021 elections,to several days after these elections,Dr Godwin Maduka showed a character trait more interested in developing people around him,instead of the normal selfish designs,we know in Nigerian politics.

In our local political space,we are used to having politicians show up only eight to ten months before elections, brandishing food packs,bags of rice,sewing machines and envelopes with meagre sums of money to bait the electorate with.

They would do these instead,rather than fix roads,help businesses grow and provide proper social amenities;such as roads,drugs,schools,churches,and hospitals.

At the start of September,several paint traders lost goods and properties along Modebe Avenue worth hundreds of millions of naira. Dr Godwin Maduka came to these traders rescue like a contemporary day saint and/or super hero of sorts.

Dr Godwin Maduka gave out meaningful sums of cash to sick person's at hospitals and paid scholarships in full,long before these Anambra 2021 elections and afterwards.

The schools , churches ,roads, hospitals, housing units for the DOWNTRODDEN and scholarships given are still ongoing.

Besides all these golden efforts at ameliorating the lack of social amenities in our society,Dr Godwin Maduka is not looking to stop as he continues to give to those members of the Nigerian society who are in dire need of aide. He does these noble deeds like they are his duty,with a smile on his face and a hug to the needy as he shares his hard earned wealth with the unfortunate members of our society.

Sometimes I feel that people like Dr Godwin Maduka should be able to easily win elections in our polity,given the facts that he is extremely popular for his PHILANTHROPY and extra benevolence to the middle and lower income classes who constantly bear the brunt of these harsh economic times,in Nigeria.

Furthermore,his PHILANTHROPY which runs back to the last 30 years, starting at Umuchukwu his home town and,running through other towns and cities, all over Anambra State.

Dr Maduka is the classical representation of a contemporary day king Midas. This is so because all he touches turns to gold. Dr Maduka has made the Anambra state elections more competitive by his open mindedness, philanthropic gestures and sense of human development. He has indeed raised the bar with his desire to improve on every faucet of society using his,hard earned wealth,without asking for a reward for his deeds.

This is the way a true leader behaves. He gives freely and without counting costs because,he knows that the grand architect of the universe,the Only One sees and rewards all activities.

Dr Godwin Maduka is the numero uno amongst public figures from this contemporary Anambra State's society today because,he has used personal funds so much to aide millions from his productive structures and deeply thoughtful actions.

https://www.anambraupdate.com/2021/12/dr-godwin-madukas-philanthropy-and-kind.html

Godpikin Entertainment Lands Abuja With 'His Birth Concert' Dec. 12

As Christmas, which marks the birth of Jesus Christ approaches, a leading entertainment brand in the country, Godpikin Entertainment has concluded plans to light up the city of Abuja with 'His Birth Concert' on December 12, 2021.

The event is organized in conjunction with Christ the King Catholic Church Kubwa, Abuja.

The event which is tagged 'A Night With the King' will have the founder and CEO of Godpikin Entertainment, Mc Godpikin thrill guests on the stage.

While red carpet begins 5pm, main event is expected to commence 6pm.

Gate fee is totally eliminated as it goes for free of charge for every guest.

Gospel artistes expected at the event include, Steve Crown, Ema Onyx (You no dey use me play), Kevin Sapp, Fr. Oluoma, Koboko Masters, Onome Da Saint, Ghana Must Go, Fr. Raph, Oprah David, MC 3310 (Sarikin Dariya), MC Mitti, Aboki 4 Christ and Shally White.

Others are Promise Paula, Prince Tony, Temple, CRI-SNOW, Zumutamata Choir, ceedee & many more.


https://www.statepress.ng/2021/12/godpikin-entertainment-lands-abuja-with.html

Gov. Bello said this on Thursday in Minna, during a courtesy visit by Dr Liman Ibrahim, Controller General of the Federal Fire Service to the government

He commended CG for the donation of two new modern fire fighting trucks and water tankers to the fire service in the state.

The Governor further said that the efforts and hard work of the CG in restructuring the FFS can not be over emphasized.

“ This is a result of his dedication and hard work to service as he has boosted the morale of officers and men".

“The Officers and Men of the Fire Service are now noticeable as value has been add to the service,” he said.

Governor Abubakar Bello of Niger State also used the opportunity to advocate for the establishment of fire stations in petroleum depots across the country.

He said that it was important for Fire Stations to be located in areas such as petroleum depots to promote fast response time in case of fire outbreaks.

He explained that the response time and proximity of firefighters determined how effectively fire could be curbed in emergency situations.

“These areas need proper attention because of the level of risks associated with fuel tankers,” he said.

Gov. Bello frowned at the negligence of some state leaders to acknowledge and improve the conditions of the fire services in their states.

According to him, at resumption of office, Niger State Fire Service was in a deteriorated condition but has presently acquired more firefighting trucks and office renovation.

“We are at the process of building more stations in some identified volatile areas,” he said.

Earlier in his remarks, Dr Ibrahim told the Governor that he was in the state with top management staff for a retreat on the review of the fire safety code and other laws guiding the service.

According to the CG, " the service had existed without some vital documents and I feel it’s important we make the national fire policy available before I retire"

“I have visited five countries to check their fire safety code just to serve as a guide to the establishment of Nigeria’s safety code" he said.

“To avoid buildings collapse, there are measures that can be put in place to protect properties and investments hence the need for national fire safety code,” the CG said.

The Controller General thanked the Governor for his enormous support that has made his job easy.


SF Ugo Huan
PRO, Federal Fire Service

https://www.statepress.ng/2021/12/gov-bello-commends-cg-fire-service-for.html

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The Controller General, Federal Fire Service Dr. Alhaji Liman, has expressed urgency to review the Operational Standard and Procedure of the National Fire Safety Code currently in operation by the service. Stating that the current document is obsolete and not in tune with global practice.

Liman, stated this, on Wednesday while addressing participants at a -3-day Convention retreat on the review of Nigeria’s fire policy in Minna, Niger state.
He stressed the need for States and the Federal Government to understand their roles and obligations in the business of fire safety enforcement and compliance.
While highlighting that the review of the said document will engender development of Nigeria’s economy.

The CG hinted that the Service had existed without a fire policy plan which was highly unprofessional, hence the need for the establishment and review of the obsolete document.

“In the absence of a fire policy the FG, State and everyone could be seen as just doing what they feel like doing without knowing if we are being professional or not” He added.

Adding that States must know their role and this policy review will enable them to be guided during enforcement,” he said.

He further stressed that the convention was aimed at reviewing the nation’s fire safety code, standard operating procedure, rules and regulations on disciplinary act.

He said that some of the adjustments in the documents will help improve the level of discipline of officers in the Service thereby increasing productivity.

He also said some aspect of the document under review when concluded will strengthen enforcement and penalty for defaulters of the national fire safety code.

Liman who appreciated the presence of some retired senior officers of the Service who are part of the review committee told them that they are part of the review because he acknowledged their knowledge, expertise and unquantifiable experience which can not be left untapped.

The Controller General in his closing remarks hinted that a final draft of the reviewed documents will be scrutinized by a five man committee in Abuja before final submission to the Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola.



SF Ugo Huan
PRO, Federal Fire Service

https://www.statepress.ng/2021/12/review-of-nigeria-fire-safety-policy_3.html

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Good Dreams CEO, Amafibe Thrills Wife, Rosita With Surprise Birthday Dinner As All White Pool Party Holds Dec 5

One of the leading showbiz entrepreneurs in Abuja and the CEO Good Dreams Multi Media Concept, Amb. Kingsley Amafibe on 23rd November held a surprise birthday dinner for his wife, Mimi Rosita Amafibe, the CEO Good Dreams Salon Gwarimpa Abuja.

This is coming few days ahead of the long anticipated 2021 Abuja All White Pool Party, an annual event hosted by Good Dreams Multi Media Concept to mark the end of a successful year.

The surprise birthday dinner party which took place at Cross Over Restaurant had several friends of both couples in attendance.

The celebrant, Mimi Rosita Amafibe was visibly shocked when she came in to behold several notable personalities and showbiz entrepreneurs who had come to share in her moment of joy.

Amb. Amafibe, the Chairman Peace Ambassadors Agency is one of the backbones of events and entertainment industry in Abuja.

He started off on a right and strong footing with the unveiling of his Miss Ambassador for Peace Pageant.

It has over the years harvested several embodiments of beauty and brain from across the country that have left enviable footprints in their various endeavours.

His All White Pool Party which is scheduled to take place on Sunday, December 5, is one of the biggest gathering of influential personalities and big time bosses.

Venue has been carefully selected to be at Commodore Suite, 25 Kumasi Crescent Wuse 2 Abuja while time is 4pm.

Participants will be thrilled with over 40 super models assembled from across the country and beyond.

Music and jaw-dropping comedy will be in sufficient abundance as A-line artistes and DJs have been lined up to feed the fun fantasy of participants.

https://www.statepress.ng/2021/11/good-dreams-ceo-amafibe-thrills-wife.html

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Pictorial: Controller General Federal Fire Service, Ibrahim Inspects Fire Rescue Vehicle In Glasgow

As part of efforts to put in adequate response to fire outbreaks in Nigeria, the Controller General Federal Fire Service Liman Ibrahim has visited the production factory of Emergency One, a leading manufacturer of fire rescue vehicles in Glasgow, Scotland.

The Controller General who embarked on the inspection on Wednesday 24/11/2021 was conducted round Emergency-One facility by the Managing Director, Mr. Kevin Keeler and the company Export Manager, Malcolm Etridge.

Also among them was the Deputy MD Prime Atlantic Safety Services, Nigeria, Mrs Folake

Emergency-One is a worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of fire rescue vehicles with more than 23,000 vehicles in operation around the world.

E-One manufactures custom and commercial pumpers and tankers, aerial ladders, and platforms, rescues of all sizes, quick attack units, industrial trucks, and aircraft rescue firefighting vehicles to meet the needs of fire departments, rescue / EMS squads, airports and Homeland Security agencies.

https://www.statepress.ng/2021/11/pictorial-controller-general-federal.html

US Streaming Channel Signs MoU With Afrofilmstv.com To Market African Creative Contents

A big deal may be on the pipeline for African creative content creators as a Florida, US based streaming channel, Flocally signs a memorandum of understanding with a Nigerian company, Afrofilmstv.com.

The memorandum seeks to create a bigger stage for the marketing of African creative contents through Flocally, our correspondent gathered.

In the signing ceremony which took place virtually, the CEO afrofilmstv.com Chief Jasper Johnson assured that he will deliver on the mandate spelt out by the MoU.

The founder Flocally TV Ms Rose Sanchez in her comment expressed gratitude to Afrofilmstv.com for his commitment in bringing to global stage Africa films and culture renaissance.

She enjoined all artists and content creators to be part this next level for the entertainment industry in the region.

https://www.statepress.ng/2021/11/us-streaming-channel-signs-mou-with.html

PASSPORT SAKE GRAND MOVIE PREMIERE COMING TO ASABA

Synopsis:
A dramatic tale of the quest for residency in the United Kingdom.

Men and women from African came in search of greener pasture but met their nemesis as they go along.

In this crazy pursuit of British passport, true love blossomed, and pain gained. Dada the sweet talker, who was smuggled into the UK like some of his housemates, found himself in a web of lies and deceit, pretending to be a British citizen with a fake passport.
Unfortunately for Julie, who thinks she’s found her gate way to residency, unaware she was only been used by Dada.

Bayo, an illegal Nigerian immigrant in his quest for residency got deported over rail card.

Femi neither here nor there, a troublesome housemate, continues to search for his gateway and avoiding been caught by the system or humiliated by any woman.

Musa, a Muslim with a secret, will do anything to remain in the UK to live out his life without prejudice.

After been subjected to hard work for below minimum wage and threat, Desmond decided it was time he left the uncertain life in UK and return home to Ghana.

Moses got himself a white English wife even though he was already married with five kids back home. He played the devoted husband until his British passport came and this became Berry his English wife’s nightmare.

Rosie has a Kenyan fiancé who paid for her to study in England and expects her back.
However, Rosie is confused on whom to choose. Ignorantly, Mike falls in love with her lies and could not wait to marry her when he found out she was pregnant for him.

Amaro has come as a skilled immigrant and sharing an accommodation with Stan, who has a vengeance to carry out.

Stan fears she is only after his British citizenship not him and will continue to carry out his vengeance for all those years of rejection.

Who will be lucky enough to embrace true happiness and success, or perhaps an escape to freedom at the expense and detriment of others?

A movie based on true life stories.

Tickets are available at Genesis Cinema, Asaba Shop rite and Everyday Supermarket, Asaba.

Movie premiere holds at Genesis Cinema, Asaba Shop rite on the 18th of December, 2021.

https://www.statepress.ng/2021/11/passport-sake-asaba-grand-premiere.html

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Anambra Jubilates As NYCN Holds First Miss Orumba South Beauty Pageant Dec. 4, Release Contestants Photos

All is now set for the first edition of Miss Orumba South Beauty Pageant scheduled to take place on December 4, 2021.

The event which will hold at Las Pinas hotel, Umunze by 7:00pm is being organised by National Youth Council of Nigeria, Orumba South Chapter, Anambra State.

Our correspondent gathered that the people of the state especially in the local government area are in jubilant mood, anxiously waiting for this event.

Below is the full list of contestants
Queen Jess. (E/Umuonyia)
Joyce. (Eziagu)
Esther. (Ihite)
Tina. (Ogbunka)
Somia. (Federal College of Edu)
Florence. (Owerre Ezukala)
Lilian. (Ogbunka)
Augustina. (Nawfija)
Venessa. (E/Umuonyia)
Petra. (Ogboji)
Mimi. (Ogbunka)
Angel. (E/Umuonyia)
Ejimofor. (Ogbunka)
Chioma. (Umuchukwu)

Fans are advised to vote for the favorite participants with just N50.

The winner is expected to walk home with the sum of N200,000 with an iPhone while the runner up will get N150,000 and an Android phone.

The second runner up will smile home with a mouth watering sum of N100,000.

The Coordinator National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) Orumba South LG, Comr. Casmir Chibuike Orie in a chat with our correspondent says the event seeks to harness the tourism potentials of the local government.

According to Comrade Chibuike, it will also raise modeling talents among young maidens and assist in developing them to international standard.

He further added that it will promote indigenous culture.

Source:
https://www.anambraupdate.com/2021/11/anambra-jubilates-as-nycn-holds-first.html

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SIZA Foundation Reacts To meth Addiction In Southeast, Urges NDLEA to Spread Investigative Network

As the issue of drug addiction continues to pose a challenge among the youth population, the Founder/President SIZA Foundation, a non-governmental organisation dedication for anti-drug advocacy, Ms Emmanuella Adaeze Ezissi has described the menace of 'meth' in the South-East as a scourge, calling on relevant authorities to arrest the menace.

Describing it further as a social disaster, Ms Ezissi stressed that the permeating culture of substance abuse has increased the level of social vices among the youthful population.

Methamphetamine Hydrochloride, popularly known as ‘meth’ in Igbo land or crystal meth, comes in clear crystal chunks or shiny blue-white rocks. Also called Ice or glass on the streets.

The advocate in a press parley on Monday said even though no social group or status is totally immuned from the menace noted that it is commonly seen among unemployed youths.

This she said is not unconnected with efforts to induce euphoria as a means of temporarily escaping life challenges staring at them.

She therefore called on the relevant government agencies, especially the reinvigorated National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA under the leadership of Buba Marwa to spread its investigative network around the South East region, particularly Anambra said identified as hotbed of the 'meth' menace.

"First NDLEA must scatter their investigative unit across the 326 wards in the state (Anambra) to discover those who responsibile for distributing this hallucinating agent to our youths" she advised.

She further advocated that identified drug victims should be sent to rehabilitation centres before being reintegrated into the larger society.

According to Ms Ezissi, there is need to raise the tempo of awareness campaign especially at the grass root level to orientate the youths of the health and social implications of consuming the psychoactive substance

She further called for a stiffer legislative framework that will disincentivise the use of drugs as a robust measure to curb crime and criminality in the society.

During the official unveiling of SIZA Foundation recently in Abuja, Ms Ezissi also launched her book titled, "Combating Drug Abuse Among the Youth, Its Impact On National Security, Crime Reduction and Peace Election"

It attracted stakeholders from NDLEA, NAPTIP and others.

https://www.statepress.ng/2021/11/siza-foundation-reacts-to-mkpuru-mmiri.html

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