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Inaugural meeting of the Promoters of The Oteji Foundation for Substance Abuse Prevention and Awareness.

A criminal lawyer kept meeting the same young person in prison, sentenced for something done while high. In September, the foundation she started held its first meeting. Here's what was agreed.

By The Oteji team · 3 min read

Prevention

Talking to your teenager about drugs — without fear

Open, judgment-free conversations are one of the strongest forms of prevention. Here's how to start one that actually lands.

1 min read

Awareness

Five myths about substance abuse we need to retire

Separating fact from fear — the misconceptions that get in the way of help.

4 min read

Recovery

What families get right when a loved one is recovering

Recovery is a family journey. Small, steady acts of support matter most.

5 min read

Prevention

How our school clubs help students say no with confidence

Peer-led clubs turn prevention into something students own themselves.

3 min read

Advocacy

Why prevention deserves a bigger place in school policy

The case for putting prevention-first thinking at the centre of education.

6 min read

Community stories

A day with our Owerri community outreach team

From market stalls to church halls — meeting people where they are.

4 min read

Families & Recovery

Spotting the early signs: a guide for parents

What to look for, and how to respond with care rather than alarm.

5 min read

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