AYV News, March 14, 2024
The Parliament of Sierra Leone has unanimously decided to invite the Ministry of Health, Ministry of Social Welfare, head of the Sierra Leone Police and the National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency to appear before the House on Monday next week to update lawmakers on the incessant and negative impact of the dangerous drug (Kush).
In lieu of the aforesaid, parliament would take appropriate measures to combat the situations in the country.
The motion was moved by the Deputy Majority Leader and Leader of Government Business Hon. Bashiru Silikie and seconded by Hon. Mohamed Trawallie Fofanah from Kambia district.
Earlier, Honourable Members from both sides of the political parties deliberated on the negative effects of the ‘Kush’ drug on society and the number of young men and women who are dying from the incredulous drug addiction. Hon Members called for stronger measures to be instituted against the drug lords including the importers and sellers of the harmful substances.
During the debate, both Leaders of the House promised to work in consonance to address the national menace and also recommended to the government for stronger penalties to be instituted for lawbreakers.
