Yusuf Aderonke Naimat^* and Sanusi Arimiyau Akanji^**

^*Physical and Health Education Department,

Federal College of Education (Technical), Gusau.

^**Health Promotion and Environmental Health Education Department,

University of Ilorin, Ilorin.

Abstract

The devastating consequences of drug abuse in Nigeria have reached alarming proportions, necessitating urgent attention from policymakers, healthcare providers and community leaders. This qualitative study examined stakeholders’ perspectives on drug reduction challenges in Nigeria, exploring their experiences, conclusions and recommendations. Stakeholders include healthcare providers, policymakers, law enforcement officials, community leaders and individuals who abuse drugs. This paper explored the effectiveness of drug reduction initiatives challenges and identifies areas for improvement. The paper concluded that a comprehensive approach integrating policy reforms and community engagement is essential for effective drug use reduction in Nigeria. The authors recommended that stakeholders should increase funding for drug reduction initiatives, integrate healthcare services for drug abusers and create community-based awareness and education programmes on drug abuse.