Drug Abuse and Ghana’s Human Security Crisis: The silent destruction of a generation’s potential

The future police officer, soldier, teacher, nurse, engineer, entrepreneur, public servant, and national leader that Ghana needs tomorrow may be among the young people struggling with substance abuse today.

Julius Debrah, described drug abuse and illicit trafficking as a growing national security and public health crisis.

From Public Health Concern to National Security PriorityRecent statements by senior government officials suggest that Ghana is beginning to recognise the broader security implications of the drug problem.