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🆘 National Helplines — Free & Confidential
Call 112 for emergencies · NDLEA 0800 1020 3040 · No arrest risk
🆘 National Helplines — Free & Confidential
Call 112 for emergencies · NDLEA 0800 1020 3040 · No arrest risk
Nigeria Emergency Services
24/7 emergency line for overdose, unconsciousness, or any life-threatening drug emergency. Call immediately — do not wait to see if the person improves on their own.
112 Call 112 NowNDLEA Confidential Helpline
Toll-free, confidential line for drug abuse counselling, treatment referrals, and information. Calls do NOT lead to arrest — NDLEA treats callers as people who need support, not suspects.
NAFDAC Consumer Protection
Report illegal drug sales, counterfeit medicines, Super Tramadol vendors, or suspicious pharmaceutical products. NAFDAC investigates and removes dangerous products from circulation.
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Three immediate steps — whether you need help yourself or for someone you care about.
Understand: Addiction Is a Medical Condition
Addiction is not a moral failure, a character flaw, or a sign of weakness. It is a chronic brain disease recognised by the WHO and every major medical authority. Shame and judgment make recovery harder, not easier. If you or someone you love is struggling, they deserve care — not condemnation.
Talk to One Trusted Person
Tell one person you trust — a parent, sibling, friend, teacher, doctor, or pastor. You do not need to have all the answers before having this conversation. One honest conversation is often the turning point. "I am struggling and I need help" is enough to start.
Call NDLEA — Free & Completely Confidential
Dial 0800 1020 3040 or 0800-2255-6353. These calls are completely free and private — they do NOT lead to arrest or prosecution. NDLEA operators are trained to provide non-judgmental guidance on counselling, treatment options, and local support services.
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Visit a Health Facility for Professional Assessment
Visit the Federal Medical Centre Owerri Psychiatry Department, or the nearest government hospital. A professional assessment identifies the safest way to address dependence — particularly important for opioids, benzodiazepines, and alcohol, where sudden stopping can be medically dangerous.
Avoid Enabling — Learn How to Help Without Harming
If you are supporting a family member or friend, avoid giving money without knowing its purpose and avoid shielding them from all consequences of their use. These are natural acts of love that can accidentally slow recovery. NDLEA and counsellors can advise you on how to support someone in a way that helps rather than enables.
Know That Recovery Is Real and Achievable
With professional support, a committed community, and time, thousands of Nigerians recover from drug addiction every year. Recovery is not the rare exception — it is what happens when the right support is in place. The goal is not just stopping drug use but building a life that is genuinely worth living sober.
Recognising Warning Signs
For parents and friends. If you notice these signs, approach with care — not accusation. Early help makes all the difference.
As a parent — what to say
Choose a calm moment: “I’ve noticed you seem different lately and I’m worried. I love you and I want to help.” Then call NDLEA for guidance.
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All national hotlines verified at time of publication. Nearby resources are community-verified and reviewed before listing. If a number is unreachable, visit ndlea.gov.ng or call 112.