Sunyani: Odeneho Dr Akosua Fima Dwaben II, the Paramount Queen-Mother of the Dormaa Traditional Area in the Bono Region, has called for urgent measures to tackle the rising trend of drug abuse and alcoholism among young people in the country. She expressed concern over the uncontrolled abuse of 'tramadol drugs,' popularly known as 'RED,' which she noted was affecting the future of many young people. She urged stakeholders to collaborate and find lasting solutions to this social problem and other societal issues.
According to Ghana News Agency, Odeneho Dr Dwaben II made these comments during the inauguration of a newly constructed ultra-modern office complex for the Abesim Eye Clinic in the Sunyani municipality. The building was constructed by Mr. Joseph Kwadwo Konadu, known as 'Joe Kona,' a contractor and native of the town, in celebration of his 70th birthday.
Odeneho Dr Dwaben II commended the contractor for his contribution and urged other wealthy individuals and natives of Abesim to contribute to the town's development. She reiterated the devastating impact of tramadol abuse, alcoholism, and other substances on the youth, highlighting the urgency of addressing the issue before it escalates.
Mr. Joseph Addae Akwaboa, the Bono Regional Minister, also praised the benefactor for his vision to enhance eye care service delivery in the region. He emphasized the government's commitment to advancing quality health care delivery and urged the public to prioritize regular eye check-ups.
Dr. Kofi Amo-Kodieh, the Bono Regional Director of Health, announced plans to upgrade the Abesim Health Center to hospital status. He called on the natives of Abesim residing abroad and wealthy individuals to support the upgrade process. He noted that a medical officer had been posted to the health centre, but the facility required modern medical equipment and devices. Dr. Amo-Kodieh encouraged the public to utilize the facility for regular eye check-ups.
