By Opesika Tetteh Puplampu, GNA
Korlekorpe-Ada, Jan. 28, GNA — Mr Samuel Lawer Kabutey, the Presiding Elder of the Church of Pentecost, Korlekorpe Assembly, has cautioned the youth of Ada against the use of illicit drugs, describing the practice as harmful to both personal development and national progress.
Mr Kabutey gave the caution in an interview with the Ghana News Agency (GNA), on the sidelines of the commissioning of a new church building in the community, expressing concern about the increasing involvement of some youth in drug abuse.
He said the high rate of youth unemployment in Ada and other parts of Ghana could be partly attributed to the persistent use of hard drugs, particularly among commercial motorcycle riders, popularly known as Okada riders.
He explained that while job opportunities existed, many young people lacked the discipline, skills and character needed by employers.
“The youth must position themselves to meet opportunities. No employer will employ a drug addict or an unskilled person,” he stressed.
Mr Sabbah Simon Lawson, the Church Secretary, expressed concern over what he described as the growing tendency of some young girls to solicit money from men, including strangers, warning that such behaviour could expose them to teenage pregnancy and other social risks.
“Our girls should stop chasing boys for noodles because, at all costs, you will pay with what you have,” he cautioned.
The church leaders therefore urged the youth to prioritise education, skills training and entrepreneurship to improve their prospects, stressing that drug abuse poses serious threats to personal growth, social stability, and development.
GNA
Edited by Laudia Anyorkor Nunoo/ Christabel Addo