Reformed addict warns youth against alcohol abuse
Wedambasua disclosed that he was forced to drop out due to the severity of his addiction. He also shared how his dream of becoming a Reverend Father was destroyed as a result.
Barreywhite Luguzuri Wedambasua, a reformed alcohol addict, has cautioned Ghanaian youth about the dangers of alcohol consumption, especially its potential to lead to addiction and derail life aspirations.
Speaking at an Easter event organized by the Free Charis Chapel, led by Senior Pastor Rev. Fortunatus Nabinaniadawe Kaba, Wedambasua shared a candid account of his journey through addiction and recovery.
The event was held under the theme “The Youth in Drugs: Inimical to Community Development.”
Recounting his early encounters with alcohol, Wedambasua revealed that his struggles began with casual sips of Pito, a locally brewed alcoholic beverage, during his teenage years.
“Those little sips gradually led me deeper into alcohol consumption while I was still in Senior High School,” he said.
Wedambasua, who enrolled at the University for Development Studies (UDS), painfully disclosed that he was forced to drop out due to the severity of his addiction. He also shared how his dream of becoming a Reverend Father was destroyed as a result.
“After completing Senior High, I went on to the University for Development Studies (UDS), but I had to drop out because of my addiction. I also aspired to become a Reverend Father, but that dream was destroyed as well.” he lamented.
He urged the youth to resist peer pressure, warning that the consequences of addiction are devastating and often long-lasting.
Also speaking at the event was Pe Adams Kwarase Asongoje Adurigola II, Chief of the Buru-Navio Traditional Area, who emphasized the pivotal role of women in shaping the future of their children and communities. He called on mothers to take active roles in raising responsible children who can bring about positive change in society.
The Easter gathering brought together traditional leaders, members of the Ghana Police Service, assembly members, residents from the Wusungu and Bawiu communities, cultural performers, and members of the Free Charis Chapel congregation.
The event served not only as a spiritual celebration but also a platform for advocacy and education on youth development and drug prevention.
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