Nigeria Borno Youths Turn to Disturbing Alternatives, Drinking Fermented Urine and Lizard Dung, Reveals NDLEA

NDLEA exposes a harrowing situation in Borno State, where youths are resorting to consuming fermented human urine and unconventional substances as a substitute for hard drugs.

Commander of Narcotics in Borno State, Iliyasu Mani, disclosed the alarming trend, citing the prevalence of psychoactive substance abuse among the youth.

Alongside fermented urine, Borno youths are reported to be ingesting lizard dung, camel urine, and concoctions like Lipton soaked in gin, further exacerbating the gravity of the substance abuse crisis.

The NDLEA commander highlights the challenges in combating this issue, especially with the involvement of young teens, and emphasizes the agency's commitment to prevention strategies, including the establishment of counseling/rehab centers and drop-in centers in tertiary institutions.

Despite ongoing efforts, the disturbing revelation sheds light on the escalating complexities of substance abuse in the region.