Information Minister Calls on Social Media Users to Provide Evidence Against Suspected Individuals in Kush Trade

Minister of Information and Civic Education, Chernor C Bah, delivered a compelling message during the weekly press conference held on March 26th, 2024, in Sierra Leone.

Addressing the nation’s ongoing battle against the distribution and consumption of kush drugs, Bah urged citizens to actively participate in the fight against this illicit trade by providing tangible evidence against suspected individuals.

During the conference, Minister Bah emphasized the importance of accountability and responsibility in combating the kush drug trade. He called upon citizens to refrain from merely pointing fingers on social media platforms and instead urged them to present concrete evidence to law enforcement authorities.

He emphasized, “Those who are on social media and pointing fingers at people in the Kush business, please bring the evidence forward.”

In his address, Minister Bah reiterated the detrimental effects of kush drugs on individuals and communities, highlighting the urgency of collective action to address this pressing issue. He stressed that the fight against drug trafficking and abuse requires the cooperation and support of every citizen.

Furthermore, Bah underscored the government’s determination to crack down on drug-related crimes and ensure the safety and well-being of all citizens.

He affirmed that those involved in the illicit trade of kush drugs would face the full force of the law.