-BY Issah Olegor
Reggae/Dancehall artiste Ras Kuuku has issued a clarion call to the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) and the government to ban the importation of illicit drugs, particularly a substance known as “Red”.
According to Ras Kuuku, the influx of Red and other harmful drugs into the country is having a devastating impact on young people, both physically and mentally.
Ras Kuuku expressed grave concern over the increasing abuse of Red and other substances, which he believes poses a serious threat to public health and national development.
Many young Ghanaians are falling victim to drug addiction due to the easy accessibility of such illicit substances, he noted.
The artiste’s concerns are echoed by many who have witnessed the destructive effects of substance abuse on individuals and communities.
Ras Kuuku is urging the FDA and border authorities to intensify surveillance and tighten control at entry points to prevent the drugs from making their way into the country.
He also appealed to the government to address the root causes of drug abuse by creating more employment opportunities for the youth, especially in agriculture.
By making farming more attractive and profitable, Ras Kuuku believes that many young people can be steered away from the dangers of drug abuse.
