CGN TO ORGANISE ONE-DAY DRUG-ABUSE SEMINAR FOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS.

By Ikemefuna Asika

The Commonwealth Games, Nigeria (CGN), will organise a programme on the negative effects of drug abuse on Secondary students.

The event which will be held at the Olympafrica Centre in Amuwo Odofin, Lagos State is scheduled to hold Monday, March 10, 2025 and will be declared open by the President of the NOC, Engr. Habu Ahmed Gumel.

According to the statement released by Tony Nezianya, the Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Olympic Committee, the objective of the programme is to uphold the fundamental values of the Commonwealth by promoting unity, equity, and youth empowerment.

It also aims to raise awareness of key global issues affecting our communities while serving as a strategic platform to address social vices and drive positive societal change.

The Secretary-General of the NOC, Tunde Popoola emphasises that the programme on drug abuse would be used to address one of the social vices plaguing our society.

It will also promote social interaction among the students, allowing them to meet other school students and learn more about the activities carried out by CGN.

According to the release, not less than 15 schools have been invited to participate and the programme is open to students aged 14 to 17 in both public and private schools.

It is expected that Youths from Amuwo Odofin using the Olympafrica will also participate in the programme.

A renowned Medical Doctor, Dr Adebukola Bojuwoye, will facilitate the programme and educate the students and other participants on the negative effects of drug use in communities and how sports can be used as a corrective measure to address these issues that are prevalent in society.

The students participating in the programme will receive branded T-shirts, certificate of participation, and one volleyball, basketball, or football each for the 15 schools and football for the youth using the Olympafrica Centre.

The programme is expected to begin at 10 am and to terminate at 5 pm.