Recovery is possible — NACOC Director-General urges youth battling substance abuse to seek help
The Director-General of the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC), Maj. Gen. Maxwell Obuba Mantey, has urged young people struggling with substance abuse, as well as their families, to seek professional assistance early, stressing that recovery is possible.
The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) Director-General, Maj. Gen. Maxwell Obuba Mantey, has urged young individuals grappling with substance abuse and their families to seek professional help promptly, emphasizing that recovery is achievable. Speaking at the National Youth Forum on August 19, 2026, Maj. Gen. Mantey cautioned against experimenting with drugs and succumbing to peer pressure, warning that substance abuse could have severe repercussions on one's future.
"Try any drug? No. Drugs only destroy your future," he cautioned the young people, urging them to make responsible decisions and evade activities that might expose them to substance abuse. In addition, the NACOC Director-General called upon young people to support the NACOC and other stakeholders in addressing substance abuse in Ghana, stressing the significance of early intervention and encouraging families to seek professional assistance for those battling substance use.
"If you or someone you know is struggling with substance use, seek help early. Recovery is possible. Your future is worth protecting," he concluded.
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