ISSUP Nigeria paid a courtesy visit to a leading faith-based institution as part of efforts to strengthen collaboration in advancing substance use prevention, treatment , recovery , and overall community well-being.
The visit was led by the National President, Dr. Olajumoke Koyejo, and was accompanied by ISSUP executives and members, including:
- Dr. Peter Adenibuyan – ISSUP South-West Zonal Coordinator
- Dr. Olumide Adegbokun – ISSUP Lagos State Assistant Coordinator
- Mrs. Mary Miller-Bubor – ISSUP Lagos State Public Relations Officer
- Miss Morireoluwa Akinola – ISSUP Programmes Manager
- Mrs. Oluwakemi Osinupedi – ISSUP Lagos State
- Mr. Samuel Dakwak – ISSUP Jos, Plateau State
- Pastor Olushola Tejuosho
- Pastor Oladipupo Babatunde
- Pastor Olugbenga Taiwo – ISSUP Lagos State
The engagement provided an important platform for dialogue on the role of faith communities in promoting prevention, treatment, recovery, and social reintegration. Discussions highlighted the value of partnerships that combine evidence-based approaches with community and faith-based support systems to address substance use and related social challenges.
Participants emphasized that substance use prevention is a shared responsibility that requires the involvement of families, communities, faith leaders, educators, health professionals, and policymakers. Faith-based organisations play a vital role in fostering hope, purpose, resilience, and positive values—protective factors that can help prevent substance use and support long-term recovery.
The visit also underscored the importance of investing in young people through mentorship, education, faith-based guidance, and evidence-informed prevention strategies. By empowering youth with the knowledge, skills, and support they need to make healthy choices, communities can contribute to building a generation that is resilient, productive, and free from the harms associated with substance use.
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