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Anioma Watch Association Takes Anti-Drug Campaign to Schools in Anioma

 Anioma Watch Association Takes Anti-Drug Campaign to Schools in Anioma





In a bid to combat drug abuse among youths, the Anioma Watch Social Association recently embarked on a three-day anti-drug campaign in three schools across Delta North. The campaign, which took place from February 24 to 26, 2025, aimed to educate students about the dangers of drug abuse and promote a healthy lifestyle.


The association, in collaboration with the Social Watch Anti-Drug Advocates (SWADAA), Delta State Command, visited Ogume Grammar School, Ogume, Ndokwa West LGA, Delta State; Ihu-Iyase Secondary School, Agbor-Nta, Delta State; and Pilgrim Baptist Grammar School (PBGS), Issele-Uku, Delta State.


The campaign was well-received by the school authorities and students. The resource persons, Miss Precious Onwueze and Frank Ogagbor, both from SWADAA, delivered engaging lectures that sparked curiosity and interest among the students.


The students actively participated in the campaign, asking questions and seeking clarification on various aspects of drug abuse. The lectures also addressed concerns about peer pressure, parental influence, and the consequences of drug abuse.


The campaign's findings revealed that while some students had a basic understanding of drugs, they lacked knowledge about the effects of drug abuse. However, the lectures sparked interest and curiosity among the students, who demonstrated a willingness to learn more.


The school authorities praised the initiative, requesting the organizers to return with more lectures. The campaign's realizations included enlightening students about the dangers of drug abuse, adding value to the civic education of the schools visited, and demonstrating care and concern for the students' well-being.


Books on Anioma history were donated to each of the schools to enrich public knowledge. The Anioma Watch Social Association's anti-drug campaign is a commendable effort to address the growing concern of drug abuse among youths in Delta North. The association's commitment to promoting a healthy lifestyle and educating students about the dangers of drug abuse is a step in the right direction.


Report by Emeka Esogbue for Anioma Watch Social Association

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