MFM trains 130 counsellors to tackle rising teen drug abuse

In response to escalating teenage drug abuse, the Mountain Top Rehabilitation Centre (MTRC), an arm of the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries, has equipped 130 guidance counselors with crucial skills. These professionals, drawn from government secondary schools across Lagos, underwent a two-day intensive training program.

The training, held in observance of World Drug Day, focused on equipping counselors with the knowledge and tools for substance use prevention. Participants learned about early identification methods for drug abuse among students, effective counseling techniques, and the establishment of robust referral systems to connect struggling teens with necessary support.

This initiative directly addresses the growing concern over adolescent substance abuse in Nigeria. By empowering school counselors, the MTRC aims to create a more effective front-line defense against drug addiction, fostering healthier environments within educational institutions and providing a pathway to recovery for affected youth.