Sunyani: Queenmother cautions Youth against drug abuse

The Kontihemaa of Sunyani Traditional Council,
Nana Agyeiwaa Kyeremaah Ampaabeng Sikafour has attacked excessive alcoholic consumption and drug abuse among the youth in the area which according to her, it is having a toll on their lives.

The traditional ruler, however, explained drinking and smoking could land the youth on the wrong side of the law if caught by any law enforcement agency.

“First and foremost, if you drink, you will will lose your respect among your peers and another thing is that, you can also go to jail for taking any hard substance.”

“Every family should take it up as a responsibility to admonish the young who are the future leaders to consider seeking education than resorting to abusing alcohol.”

Nana Agyeiwaa Kyeremaah Ampaabeng Sikafour made this known during a gathering at her palace to celebrate her 3rd anniversary since her enstoolment.

She was enstool in 2018.

Touching on her achievement, she said, “I have been able to unite all the five gates of the Kontire Royal Family in the last 3years. I also made the following donations; photocopy machines to the Municipal Assembly, assorted items to some orphanage homes in the municipality and 50 chairs to the Sunyani Anglican School.”

On his part, spokesperson for the Kontire Royal Family, Nana Boye Kwabena Boahen hailed the Queen mother for her exceptional leadership.