Delta State House of Assembly, on Thursday, called for the implementation of relevant laws for the arrest and prosecution of those involved in open sex trade and use of illicit drugs in the state.
Worried by the rising incidences of unwholesome acts among youths, the House, in a resolution it adopted at its plenary presided by the Speaker, Emomotimi Guwor, stressed the need for open sex trade and illicit drugs to be condemned in all ramifications.
The resolution was sequel to a motion by the member representing Oshimili South, Bridget Anyafulu, and amended by the Majority Leader, Emeka Nwaobi.
The House, called on Governor Sheriff Oborevwori to direct the Commissioner for Women Affairs, Community and Social Development as well as law enforcement agencies to rise to the situation to curb the ugly trend.
Anyafulu stated that the motion had become imperative, adding that open sex trade and use of illicit drugs, if unchecked, would continue to pose grave danger to the younger generation.
The Assembly however, called for placement of posters and signages in strategic places to educate, inform and raise awareness on the dangers associated with commercial sex trade and use of illicit drugs.
They also enjoined relevant government agencies to carry out regular trainings, counselling and rehabilitation as part of measures to addressing the sad narratives.
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