functioning. Many of these outcomes are preventable if adequate care, supervision and guidance are provided early.”
Dr Sodeinde commended the association for investing in efforts targeted at saving thousands of young Nigerians from the evils of substance use and its unpalatable consequences.
Earlier, the President of the association, Olori Aderonke Omolola Erinle, said the walkathon was organised to further drive community awareness and address the growing challenge of drug abuse and its harmful effects on individuals, families and society.
Speaking also, a retired Mental Health Information Manager with the hospital, Dr Oyinade Tomori, also called on parents to monitor their children and speak out if they notice any signs of drug use.
Dr Tomori said many cases of drug and substance abuse are presented when they have already become severe, a situation that sometimes affects the rate of recovery.
One of the leaders of the association, Mrs Kehinde Ogundipe, also hailed the initiative, saying it would go a long way in sending strong signals to residents of the state indulging in drug and substance use.
Mrs Ogundipe said the association would, from time to time, explore further ways to assist residents, adding that it plans to collaborate with another foundation to support the feeding of some primary school pupils in the state.
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