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Substance abuse has reached epidemic proportions affecting between 20 and 40 percent of youths in Nigeria. It is a public health concern that threatens the health, well-being, and future of our young generation. The alarming rise in substance abuse among youths has far-reaching and devastating consequences. This editorial highlights the commonly abused drugs, the root causes and the multifaceted approach for addressing substance abuse in Nigeria.
Sadoh et al. (2024) studied this question.