2nd June, 2024
The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State, Mr Adegoke Fayoade, has raised an alarm over the spate of drug abuse and cultism among youths, saying it’s time urgent measures were taken to halt the trend.
He said this on Saturday at Ikeja, during an event organised by the Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices (POCACOV) tagged: “Teenagers Stay Informed: Know the Dangers of Cultism and Drugs”
According to Fayoade, cultism and drug abuse have become big security threats that need to be attended to.
He urged the public to support any efforts toward eradicating the menaces.
“Today, cultism is not only in higher institutions, it has taken over every fabric of the society; mechanics, barbers, drivers and others are now members of cults.
“Cultists don’t do anything meaningful but disturb the peace of the community, fighting, claiming superiority and destroying life and property.
“The law enforcement agencies, government, family, stakeholders and individuals, must join hands to tame these menaces that have eaten deep into our society,” he said.
According to him, cultism and drug abuse lead to other criminal activities such as armed robbery, murder, rape and other vices.
“When you engage in cult activity and drug abuse, you will be prone to committing other crimes.
“We are losing the precious lives of our youths that would have contributed to the economy and social development of our country, ” he said.
According to the police boss, the aftermath of drug abuse is a serious health condition.
“When you are mentally derailed, you cannot do anything meaningful with your life; your family and society will also be affected,” he said.
He advocated good parenting for the youth to be properly guided not to stray out of the right way by joining destructive groups.