Mon. May 25th, 2026

Aso.Rocks

Rock Na So

swordpress

NDLEA Major Bust,Natasha’s Suspension Ends,Review Minimum Wage,Lunar Blood Moon,JimIyke Regrets,

Byadmin

Sep 9, 2025
Spread the love
DOTIFI INFLUENCERS NETWORK
Buy Premium Domains
Do you know you can make 20% on every purchase on dotifi.com from the comfort of your home

get 30% bonus on each purchase from Your Social Media Profile Example a customer purchases an item worth 100,000 for instance calculate your 20%  On Sale Premium Domain Name 1 Year We.bs.ite Hosting  

Now Selling
footballers.com.ng

jeans.com.ng
iphones.com.ng
joke.com.ng
bachelors.com.ng

Just 550k Naira Each 

Whatsapp Message +234  0806 495 0565  912 278 9872   

or Visit  dotifi.com
A Premium Domain is an Investment by Forbes 
ADNG
Dotifi Free & Famous Social Media
www.dotifi.com Get free a.d.verts. An A.dvertising search engine
NETCHURCH CHURCH ON THE NET
NETCHURCH BY SWORDIFY
SHOP.I.NG GET A CH.EAP SHOP NOW !
Everything on Balogun

Che.ap Domains & Hosting From Dotifi with 2 Free Emails

OUR PARTNERS
PARTNERS

 

SKITS

Yule believe in miracles. A kidnapped Fred Savage is forced to endure Deadpool’s PG-13…
Prepare for the Second Coming. Wisecracking mercenary Deadpool battles the evil and powerful Cable…
A one man army. A cold and mysterious new security guard for a Los…
Do you have a mission to fulfill? On the Hokkaido frontier, a war veteran…
Dying to show you a good time. In 1979, a group of young filmmakers…
‎Liberian-American artist Bexter Richardson, better known as Bex, just dropped his brand-new single “Body…
Hynezz Teams Up with Kolaboy for Soul-Lifting Anthem “Omemma” Fast-rising singer Hynezz has joined…
FOLA – catharsis FOLA’s Catharsis Debut Album is a Global Breakthrough Emerging Afrobeats star…
Iyanya Iyanya Announces New Single Sorry Featuring Fido — Out Friday Afropop star Iyanya is…
Iyanya – The Forester’s Son Album Iyanya Set to Release The Forester’s Son Album…

ADNG
MOVIES
LEGAL BARRISTERS.NG
CARDEALS

Electric Lotus Emeya-S joins Dubai Police patrol fleet, two weeks After adding Mansory-tuned Rolls-Royce…
Customs boss promises to patronise Made-in-Nigeria vehicles, FRSC Boss sees first hand crash test,…
Photos : The evolution of the popemobile, from the Mercedes-Benz 460 Nürburg limousine to…
Video : Rolls-Royce Cullinan Series II worth ₦1.7 billion spotted on the Nigeria road…
From the very first popemobile to the most provider of papal vehicles, here are…
Photo News : Moment Pope Leo XIV arrives on Popemobile for his inaugural Mass…
Defender completes first Prototype test in the demanding sand dunes of the sahara desert…
Defender reveals a bespoke 110 as the Official Trophy Vehicle of Women’s Rugby World…
Nigerian singer, Omah Lay’s two Tesla Cybertruck pickup trucks reportedly involved in accident on…
Chinese Professional Snooker Player, Zhao Xintong, rode a customized Zeekr 009 Minivan on the…

Aso Rocks
SHOP

Before buying from Temu in Nigeria, you may wonder whether it’s safe, if the…
To Read Full Story and how to Avoid Jumia Scams  pls Register on www.adng.ng…
for a portable 3D video screen amplifier that is foldable. These devices are designed…
1. Live by the Golden Rule: customers have the gold, therefore they make the…
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch  Adeboye[1]…
They Say Fear Women . The Greatest Illusion of our Time . We have…
…
Jumia Celebrates 11 Years of Success Despite Payment System Glitch Celebrate Jumia’s 11 Years…
Jumia has announced the launch of its highly anticipated 11th-anniversary campaign, dubbed “Flex with…
Jumia pay had issues All week and The Company Recently apologised . Very Rare…

 

By admin

Related Post

swordpress

Part 2 & 3 Was Nigeria’s Presidential State Visit About Protection From Trump? www.aso.rocks

Apr 8, 2026 admin
swordpress

Part 1 Tinubu UK Visit: US & Nigerian Christians Against Bola – Was Nigeria’s Presidential State Visit About Protection From Trump? www.aso.rocks

Apr 8, 2026 admin
swordpress

Wike Photo Worshipped, Arsenal in Trouble,Kanye West Ban,2026 overseas scholarship

Apr 8, 2026 admin

You missed

1960 Headlines

From Tramadol to Canadian to Exol-5 The New Drug Destroying Nigerian Youths An Investigative Article .From Tramadol to Canadian to Exol-5: The New Drug Destroying Nigerian Youths An Investigative Report on the Shifting Landscape of Substance Abuse in Nigeria Nigeria faces a severe and evolving drug crisis, particularly among its youth. What began with the widespread abuse of Tramadol has progressed through mixtures like “Canadian” to newer pharmaceutical diversions such as Exol-5. This shift reflects deeper issues: easy access to prescription drugs, weak regulation, socioeconomic pressures, and aggressive street-level marketing. NDLEA operations and health studies reveal a public health emergency that threatens an entire generation. Phase 1: The Tramadol Epidemic (2010s–Early 2020s) Tramadol, a synthetic opioid prescribed for moderate to severe pain, became Nigeria’s most notorious street drug. Cheap, potent, and widely smuggled (often from India and other Asian countries), it offered users energy, euphoria, and pain relief — appealing to commercial drivers, laborers, students, and young men seeking confidence or stamina. Scale of the Problem: Millions of tablets seized annually by NDLEA. High prevalence among young males aged 15–35. Linked to increased crime, sexual violence, organ damage (kidney failure, seizures), and mental health breakdowns. Contributed to broader opioid misuse alongside codeine cough syrups. Government responses included tighter import controls and public awareness campaigns, but these only displaced demand to other substances rather than eliminating it. Phase 2: The Rise of “Canadian” (Mid-2020s) “Canadian” or “Canadian Loud” emerged as a popular code for high-grade cannabis (often indica-dominant strains) or cannabis mixed with other synthetics. It gained traction as users sought alternatives or combinations to Tramadol’s effects. This phase marked a move toward imported or locally cultivated premium weed, sometimes laced with stronger chemicals. Youths in urban centers like Lagos, Kano, Jos, and Onitsha embraced it for its perceived “cleaner” high compared to opioids. However, it fueled polydrug use — combining cannabis with opioids, sedatives, or alcohol — amplifying health risks. Phase 3: Exol-5 – The Current Threat (2024–2026) Exol-5 (Benzhexol Hydrochloride / Trihexyphenidyl 5mg), originally a prescription medication for Parkinson’s disease and drug-induced movement disorders, has become the latest pharmaceutical being heavily abused. Why Exol-5? Euphoric Effects: Users report intense euphoria, hallucinations, and a sense of detachment — making it attractive as a cheap “upper” or escape. Accessibility: Sold over-the-counter or on the black market despite being a controlled prescription drug. NDLEA has seized millions of pills in single operations (e.g., 3.1 million pills in Kano in late 2024, and over 5.6 million combined with Tramadol in other busts). Street Names: Exol, Artane, Benzhexol, “Farin Mallam” (in Northern Nigeria). Demographics: Prevalent among youths, laborers, and even psychiatric patients who divert prescriptions. Studies show abuse rates as high as 25% among certain outpatient groups. Health Consequences: Anticholinergic toxicity: Confusion, dry mouth, blurred vision, urinary retention, constipation, and in high doses — delirium, psychosis, seizures, and heart issues. Long-term: Cognitive impairment, addiction, exacerbated mental health disorders. Often mixed with Tramadol, codeine, or cannabis, creating dangerous synergies. In cities like Jos, Exol-5 sits alongside diazepam, Rohypnol, and Tramadol on street markets, easily available to teenagers and young adults. Why This Evolution Continues Supply-Side Failures: Porous borders, corrupt officials, and overproduction of pharmaceuticals enable diversion. Demand Drivers: Unemployment, poverty, peer pressure, trauma, and the pursuit of performance enhancement (e.g., for “hustle” culture). Weak Regulation: Many pharmacies sell restricted drugs without prescriptions. Online and street vendors fill gaps. Displacement Effect: Cracking down on one substance (Tramadol/codeine) pushes users and dealers toward the next available option. NDLEA reports ongoing large seizures, but the problem persists due to high profitability and low risk for mid-level distributors. Broader Impacts on Nigerian Youths Education: Increased dropout rates and poor academic performance. Mental Health: Rising cases of psychosis and depression. Economy: Lost productivity among the working-age population. Crime and Violence: Drug-fueled robberies, cultism, and family breakdowns. Public Health System Strain: Overburdened hospitals treating overdoses and chronic complications. Young people aged 15–39 remain the hardest hit, with national surveys showing drug use prevalence significantly above global averages. What Must Be Done Stronger Enforcement: Consistent prosecution of corrupt enablers and large-scale traffickers. Regulation: Crackdown on rogue pharmacies and better tracking of prescription drugs. Prevention & Rehabilitation: School programs, community outreach, and expanded treatment centers (currently woefully inadequate). Economic Alternatives: Address root causes like youth unemployment. Public Awareness: Honest campaigns highlighting real dangers of “Exol-5” and similar drugs. Conclusion From Tramadol’s opioid grip to “Canadian” cannabis culture and now Exol-5’s anticholinergic highs, Nigeria’s drug crisis is mutating faster than responses can contain it. Exol-5 represents the dangerous new frontier — a legitimate medicine turned youth destroyer due to misuse and greed. Without urgent, multi-layered intervention — combining supply disruption, demand reduction, and socioeconomic support — an entire generation risks being lost to addiction. The time for half-measures is over. Nigeria’s future depends on winning this fight.

May 25, 2026
1960 Headlines

Google Youtube : The Biggest Fakenews Clickbaiter on Earth An Investigative Report on YouTube’s Hyper-Hyped, Often Fake Video Titles and the Platform’s Role in Fueling Misleading Content by Dotifi.com

May 25, 2026
1960 Headlines

Chappele vs Goodwin: Online “Porn” Comedy Effects : Top 10 Black Comedians Who Swear by It and Top 10 Who Make you Laugh Without Swearing !

May 25, 2026
obs

ADC clears Atiku, Amaechi, Hayatu-Deen for presidential primary

May 24, 2026