E/R:Akyem Kukurantumi Chief Raises Alarm on Rising Drug Abuse Among Youth, Vows Action

The Chief of Akyem Kukurantumi, who also serves as the Adontenhene of the Akyem Abuakwa Traditional Area and a Council of State member, has expressed deep concern over the increasing rate of drug abuse and promiscuous behavior among the youth in the municipality. He called on parents to take greater responsibility in guiding their children to prevent delinquent behaviors that threaten the future of the younger generation. Delivering a speech on his behalf at the 68th Independence Day celebration at St. Paul’s Technical School Park in Akyem Kukurantumi on March 6, 2025, the Mmratohene, Barima Owusu Frempong, conveyed the Chief’s strong stance on youth misconduct, particularly drug abuse and its devastating effects on individuals and the community. He warned that drug addiction not only ruins lives but also hinders the overall development of the municipality. To address these growing concerns, he announced that the Chief and elders have resolved to take strict action against stude...