The top community leader in Sabon Zongo is taking a stand against the growing drug problem threatening local youth. Sarki Dr. Alhaji Yahya Hamisu Bako called an urgent meeting to tackle drug trafficking and addiction that's destroying the neighborhood's safety and development.
During the meeting, community leaders and young people talked honestly about how drugs are wrecking their community. They discovered drug abuse is pulling in kids as young as 12 and 13 years old. People from nearby areas are bringing drugs into Sabon Zongo, creating a dangerous situation that's pushing more teenagers into trouble.
The Zongo Chief didn't hold back. He spoke directly with the National Chief Imam about drug activities involving family members and received permission to take strong action. He also challenged rumors about community leaders taking bribes from drug dealers, daring anyone to prove such claims.
Young participants demanded a serious approach to fighting drugs. They want the community and government to work together with stronger law enforcement. The teenagers expressed deep worry about how drugs are destroying their neighborhood and recruiting underage kids into dangerous activities.
Some residents remained skeptical. They've seen similar meetings happen before with zero results. They warned that if nothing changes, the drug problem could become a serious threat to national security. The community believes meaningful progress is impossible when so many young people are trapped in drug abuse.
The Zongo Chief called for everyone to join the fight. He wants youth to help find real solutions that can break the cycle of drug addiction. The message is clear: the community must work together to protect its young people and create a safer, healthier future for everyone in Sabon Zongo.
During the meeting, community leaders and young people talked honestly about how drugs are wrecking their community. They discovered drug abuse is pulling in kids as young as 12 and 13 years old. People from nearby areas are bringing drugs into Sabon Zongo, creating a dangerous situation that's pushing more teenagers into trouble.
The Zongo Chief didn't hold back. He spoke directly with the National Chief Imam about drug activities involving family members and received permission to take strong action. He also challenged rumors about community leaders taking bribes from drug dealers, daring anyone to prove such claims.
Young participants demanded a serious approach to fighting drugs. They want the community and government to work together with stronger law enforcement. The teenagers expressed deep worry about how drugs are destroying their neighborhood and recruiting underage kids into dangerous activities.
Some residents remained skeptical. They've seen similar meetings happen before with zero results. They warned that if nothing changes, the drug problem could become a serious threat to national security. The community believes meaningful progress is impossible when so many young people are trapped in drug abuse.
The Zongo Chief called for everyone to join the fight. He wants youth to help find real solutions that can break the cycle of drug addiction. The message is clear: the community must work together to protect its young people and create a safer, healthier future for everyone in Sabon Zongo.
