Mandatory drug test for prospective couples has been proposed by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) In Kano as part of measures to reduce drug abuse in the state.
The Commander of the NDLEA in Kano, Mr Abubakar Idris-Ahmad, made this known on Thursday.
“The agency has introduced the Drug Intergrity Test Initiative, which is anticipated to metamorphose into an anti-drug culture for every Nigerian,” he said.
The drug test will serve as a tool for the prevention of drug abuse and early detection of individuals and couples status of drug use for appropriate treatment and rehabilitation this was said by Idris Ahmad.
He said the proposed law for the test became necessary to reduce drug abuse among married couples in the state and to address the high rate of marriage breakdowns.
“Investigations have shown that one spouse often introduces the other to drugs after marriage and their children, hindering efforts to combat drug abuse.”
He called on the Kano State House of Assembly to enact a law requiring drug tests before marriage.
Women, youths, and the general public were appealed to by the commander to shun drug abuse and work together to move the state and nation forward.
“The test initiative approach seeks to tackle drug abuse at its roots, promoting a healthier and more sustainable society,” Idris-Ahmad said.
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