General Obinna Ajunwa, GoC 81 Division, Tasks Soldiers and Families on Abstinence from Drugs
By People’s Voice Nigeria | News
The General Officer Commanding (GOC) 81 Division Nigerian Army, Major General Obinna Ajunwa, has urged soldiers and their family members to totally abstain from the abuse of drugs, describing it as “an ugly trend capable of destroying their lives.”
General Ajunwa made this call during a sensitization lecture on substance and drug abuse organized for soldiers and their family members held at the Command Day Secondary School Auditorium, Ikeja, and attended by the National Association of Online Security News Publishers (NAOSNP).
The GOC, represented by the Commander, Division Equipment Support, Colonel Emmanuel Omoba, while giving his remarks at the sensitization lecture, said the event was designed to create awareness about the increasing incidences of drug abuse amongst soldiers and most especially their family members, as well as its effects within the barracks community.
Gen. Ajunwa emphasized that abuse of drugs amongst military personnel and their family members has eaten very deep, which if not urgently addressed headlong could lead to a serious catastrophe. He advised the participants to be careful in making decisions, as such could make or mar their future.
He further encouraged parents to put in more effort in their parental responsibilities, ensuring a good upbringing for their children by keeping close watch on them, saying it takes a collective approach to curbing this ugly trend.
Delivering a lecture at the seminar, Dr. Odigie-Akpataka pointed out that depression, despair, a feeling of hopelessness, and other stress-inducing factors are not enough reasons to indulge in drug abuse, which, according to her, exposes victims to mental and health risks.
“If any of you is struggling with something, go to the MRS and seek help, and learn to cut your coat according to your cloth,” she advised.
The workshop witnessed a huge turnout of soldiers and their families from units within the 81 Division Area of Responsibility.
Highlights of the seminar were the presentation of souvenirs and group photographs.
