The Anti-Kidnapping Human Trafficking, Child Abuse and Drug Abuse Initiative has commended Nigeria and Ghana on their efforts in curbing drug abuse and illicit trafficking in Ghana.

AKH-TRACADA’s executive director, Belonwu Ezeanyaeche, made the commendation in a statement on Monday.

The Ghanaian authorities had rescued not less than 219 young Nigerians trafficked to the country and forced into cybercrimes.

Mr Ezeanyaeche said the organisation was impressed by the commitment demonstrated by the parties towards addressing the menace of drug-related crimes and promoting the welfare of citizens.

He said the renewed efforts had led to greater awareness, strengthened enforcement mechanisms, and improved cooperation between Nigeria and Ghana in the fight against illegal drug activities.

He, however, applauded the Nigerian High Commission in Ghana for its proactive engagements with the Ghanaian government and other stakeholders.

This, he said, was particularly to address issues related to Nigerians living in Ghana, especially concerning drug-related offences.

According to him, the collaboration not only helped curb drug trafficking but also enhanced the protection of the rights of Nigerians residing in Ghana.

“Drug abuse and trafficking remain significant threats to public health, security, and national development, requiring concerted and sustained action by governments and civil society,” he said.

Mr Ezeanyaeche explained that all projects and initiatives embarked upon by the agencies involved had recorded life-changing impacts, with the lives of citizens, especially the youth, being positively transformed across sectors, including education.

He urged the two countries to sustain the momentum and deepen collaboration to achieve lasting solutions.

He reiterated the organisation’s commitment to supporting ongoing initiatives through advocacy, awareness campaigns, policy interventions, and capacity-building programmes to eradicate drug abuse and illicit trafficking across Africa.

He called on Nigerians living abroad to shun drug-related crimes and be ambassadors of the nation’s values of integrity, discipline, and respect for the rule of law. 

(NAN)