Rapper Medikal, has called on young people to stay away from substance abuse after being appointed an ambassador for the National Youth Authority’s (NYA’s) anti-drug campaign.
His appointment was announced by the Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment, George Opare Addo, as part of the NYA’s “Red Means Stop” initiative aimed at discouraging drug use among the youth.
Reacting to the announcement, Medikal shared a post on X where he revealed that his message was rooted in personal experience.
According to him, he previously drank and smoked but realised those habits did not contribute to his growth, describing his decision to quit as one of the best choices he has ever made.
He, therefore, encouraged young people to avoid drugs and any form of self-destructive behaviour.
“As your Red Means Stop Ambassador, I’m not speaking from perfection, I’m speaking from experience. l used to drink and smoke but trust me, it doesn’t help you grow. Quitting was one of the best decisions I ever made.
Let’s stop smoking, drinking and consuming substances. Stop drugs, Stop self destruction and stay focused,” he wrote, adding a hashtag #Redmeansstop.
