The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) held a training session for secondary school students on substance abuse and prevention during the 10th anniversary of the Open Africa Foundation in Lagos on Thursday.
The event, organised in collaboration with Forensic Insight Ltd and Summit Leadership Institute, featured demonstrations on the effects of legal, illegal, and prescription drugs. Oluwafemi Daniel, representing NDLEA, outlined the physical, psychological, and social consequences of drug abuse, including brain and liver damage, heart complications, chronic bleeding, and risks to unborn children.
Participants also received practical guidance on refusal skills and safety strategies, while discussions highlighted the role of responsible bystander intervention in emergencies.
In addition, Alabi Olusegun Sunday, Chairman of the Ethics Committee of the Nigerian Computer Society, spoke on “AI: What is it? Opportunities and threats for secondary students.” He explained that AI can personalise learning, automate administrative tasks, and provide real-time feedback, but warned that unequal access and misuse could compromise academic integrity and student wellbeing.
The anniversary also featured competitions and awards. Nafisa Abdullahi of Nigeria, Turkish International College (NTIC), was recognised for her performance in an English Language competition held in London, emerging top among over 200 international participants.
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