As part of a strategic effort to create a sustainable and brighter future for the younger generation, Ghanaian youth have been advised to desist from taking non-prescribed drugs, which could have a far reaching consequences on their general well-beings.
The Akuapem Adweso Tufohene, Nana Bekoe Dankwa I, charged the youth to stay away from these illegal drugs since they pose significant health risks including lung or heart disease, stroke, cancer, mental disorder, and respiratory system challenges as a result of drug addiction.
The Akuapem Adweso Tufohene advised the younger generation to practice a healthy lifestyle and also pursue education that would help them take up leadership mantles in the future.
He gave the admonishing in his maiden speech during a ceremony held to officially swear him in as Akuapem Adweso Tufohene in the Akuapem North Municipality in the Eastern Region.
The visibly worried new AkuapemAdwesoTufohene asked the youth a rhetorical question about lives of those drinking, inhaling and smoking.
“Maybe the doctor might prescribe some drugs for you due to some conditions, but that does not give you the privilege to abuse them. Drink what has been ordered for you and eat what is supposed to be eaten, but do not abuse it,” Nana Bekoe Dankwa I said.
He took advantage of the occasion to assure the chiefs and people within the traditional area of his readiness and commitment to collectively and individually support the development of the area.
Nana Bekoe Dankwa further expressed his gratitude to Ogyeahoho Tete Pimpong II, chief of Adweso and the entire people of Adweso for their great support and honour before, during and after his coronation.
Ogyeahoho Tete Pimpong II urged the newly installed sub-chief to use knowledge, education, and good behaviour to lead the people, stating that people are being supported through their good deeds.
He also urged the youth to be trustworthy at their workplaces by emulating Dr Manfred Takye, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Joy Daddy Multimedia.
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