The Bishop of the Goaso Diocese in the Ahafo Region, Most Reverend Peter Kwaku Atuahene, has called on pastors to intensify efforts in combating drug abuse among the youth, warning that the growing trend poses a serious threat to lives and security in the region.

Speaking to Adom News in Kenyasi during the ordination of three new pastors, Most Rev. Atuahene emphasized that fighting drug abuse must be a top priority for church leaders.

“With the ordination of these three pastors, the diocese now has a total of 83 pastors. We expect them to use their positions to help tackle this menace that is destroying our young people,” he said.

One of the newly ordained priests, Reverend Father Sampson Badu, speaking on behalf of his colleagues, pledged their commitment to the cause.

“We are fully aware of the extent of drug abuse among the youth in this region. With the training we have received over the past ten years, we will implement new strategies to help address this issue. We cannot afford to fail the church in this mission,” Rev. Badu stated.

The Goaso Diocese says it will work closely with stakeholders to intensify education and outreach programs aimed at reducing drug use and rehabilitating affected youth.

Source: Adomonline.com