Kush, a deadly substance, is reported to be a psycho active blend of addictive substance such as cannabis, tramadol among other drugs with human bones reported among the ingredients.
The Gambia National Drug Taskforce has revealed over 100 cases related to kush resulting in several deaths.
“The distribution and consumption of kush has become deeply entrenched in Gambia's social fabric, with criminal networks exploiting the vulnerabilities of the youth and capitalising on the lack of robust government control mechanisms,” Hon. Bah said while debating on the matter on prevalence of kush in the country.
“Ministry of Interior, tasked with maintaining law and order, has fallen short in its efforts to curb this growing menace, leaving communities to grapple with the devastating consequences,” he argued.
He said the alarming rise in the prevalence of this illicit and toxic substance has not only claimed the lives of countless young people but has also fueled a disturbing surge in crime and mental health disorders across the country.
“The situation with the drug that is kush, is scary and we need to tirelessly find a solution to get rid of this nightmare. Let us keep in mind that every day that goes by, the use of the substance increases and will get worse if not mitigated immediately. The impact of Kush on Gambian society is deeply disturbing,” Hon Bah pointed out.
“Our young people, often the primary targets of drug dealers, have succumbed to the lure of the substance, leading to a tragic loss of lives. Families have been torn apart, and the ripple effect of this crisis has penetrated every facet of Gambian life, from the education system to the workforce.”
“In the face of this alarming situation, the Gambian government, through the Ministry of Interior, must act swiftly and decisively to address the kush crisis,” Hon Bah urged, arguing “they should reinforce surveillance and put relevant measures in place to discourage the drug trafficking situation in our country by strengthening border controls especially the Primary Entry Points, enhancing law enforcement capabilities, and implementing comprehensive rehabilitation and prevention programmes.
