In Nigeria, many women struggle with substance use, but the issue is often overlooked due to stigma, cultural taboos, and a lack of gender-sensitive support systems.
On this episode of Drug Talk, we explore the challenges and
negative impacts of substance use on women in Nigeria. In this 17-minute conversation, we highlight the story of Freda Francis, a young woman from Gombe who battled substance use for much of her life and ultimately found healing and recovery.
Through Freda's journey, we shed light on the barriers women face and the importance of fostering inclusive approaches to recovery and support.
22 Oct 2024
Dismantling Barriers: Improving Healthcare Access for People Who Use Drugs
In Nigeria, individuals who use drugs face compounded
challenges stemming from stigma, discrimination, and punitive laws. In this episode of the Drug Talk podcast, we speak with Purpose Osamwonyi Iserhienrhien (Mr. President), Executive Director of Smiles Africa International Youth Development Initiative, about dismantling barriers and improving healthcare access for those affected by drug use.
25 Sept 2024
The Journey to Recovery, Reintergration and support for persons affected by drug use
In this episode of Drug Talk, we engage in an in-depth conversation with Abdulhadi Abdulahi Ismael, Executive Director of Taimako Health Foundation, based in Kano State. Our discussion centers on the themes of recovery and reintegration, while also exploring a range of strategies designed to support individuals and families impacted by drug use in Nigeria.
30 Aug 2024
The Need for Naloxone at Community Level
In this episode, the Chairman of DHRAN, Mr. Aniedi Akpan, delves into the root causes of drug overdoses, examining their profound impact and the strategies required to combat this pressing issue in Nigeria. He also explores avenues for support, including the need for widespread availability of Naloxone across communities to facilitate access and effectively mitigate the overdose crisis.
14 Jul 2024
Commemorating World Drug Day 2024: DHRAN pushes for reform in Nigeria's Drug Laws.
In this special edition of the Drug Talk Podcast, DHRAN
highlights its annual international virtual event, the Drug User Community Dialogue, held on July 2nd. The event coincided with this year’s International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, themed ‘The Evidence is Clear: Invest in Prevention.
14 Jun 2024
Gender Perspective on Harm Reduction practices: Challenges of Nigerian women who use Drugs.
In Nigeria, women who use drugs experience multiple layers of challenges, including social, health, and legal issues.
In this episode of Drug Talk, we engage in a conversation with Rita Musa, DHRAN’s National Secretary, to discuss harm reduction practices and explore the lived experiences and challenges of women who use drugs in Nigeria.
Rita also serves as the Executive Director of Autamaimasa Health Foundation, a drug-user-led organization in Kaduna, Abuja, and Nassarawa State.
8 May 2024
Does Drug Use Increase Crime in Society? (Part II)
In this episode, continuing from part 1 of our discussion on
Drug Use And Crime in Society, Mr. Aniedi Akpan continues to challenge negative misconceptions and examines the impact of harmful government policies on people
who use drugs in Nigeria.
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13 Apr 2024
Does Drug Use Increase Crime In Society?
In this episode of Drug Talk, we delve into the complex
questions and realities surrounding drug use and its perceived association with
crime in society.
Aniedi Akpan, Chairman of the Drug Harm Reduction Advocacy Network (DHRAN), intriguingly addresses pressing questions about the reasons behind drug use, its effects, and dispels myths versus facts about drug use and crime from the Nigerian perspective
16 Mar 2024
Nigerian Youths speak about the impact of drug use
In this episode of the Drug Talk Podcast, we engage in conversations with a diverse group of Nigerian youths, discussing their personal experiences with drug use and its broader impact on Nigerian society.
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