Parents in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have called on the Federal Government to take decisive action against the growing availability of banned products, particularly those targeting children.
The parents expressed concern over the increasing use of flavoured tobacco and e-cigarettes by minors in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in Abuja.
Their discussion was part of activities marking the 2025 Children’s Day.
They argued that no meaningful development could occur if children were trapped in a cycle of addiction from an early age.
Mrs Olamide Bello, a mother of three from Gwarinpa, said: ‘Our children cannot learn or thrive in school if they’re battling addiction. These flavoured vapes and tobacco products are undermining their health and future.’
Mrs Comfort Shamaki, a trader and mother of four, recounted seeing minors openly buying the items in Garki Market.
‘They smell like sweets and are sold next to snacks. It’s a deliberate trap,’ she said.
Mrs Chinyere Eze, a parent and school volunteer in Asokoro, said children as young as 13 were seen vaping, mimicking trends they saw on TikTok and Instagram.
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