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Federal govt launches alcohol policy, targets harmful use, illicit trade

Federal govt launches alcohol policy, targets harmful use, illicit trade

By GhanaSummary NewsroomNigeria

He said the policy would require a “whole of government” approach because alcohol related issues cut across health, industry, finance, trade, regulation, transport and communities.

The federal government has launched a five-year national alcohol policy aimed at reducing alcohol related harm while promoting responsible industry practices and protecting government revenue.

Four priority areas Mr Pate said the alcohol policy was built around four key areas: harm reduction and health promotion; industrial and economic development; multisectoral coordination and governance; and monitoring, evaluation, accountability, research and learning.

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