But he has sold himself to taking the deadly substance called Mkpuru Mmiri (Methamphetamine or Crystal Meth). Last week, Umudioka, a community in Dunukofia Local Council of Anambra State, also declared war on illicit drugs, including crystal meth. Other illicit drugs proscribed alongside Mkpuru Mmiri in the community were Isi na Awa Agu, Aju Achu Enwe, Stonch and India hemp. They displayed banners and placards that urged youths to abstain from drug abuse especially Mkpuru Mmiri. According to Babafemi, “Mkpuru Mmiri is the Igbo slang for Methamphetamine or Crystal Meth, a very dangerous illicit drug.

Source: The Guardian November 20, 2021 13:04 UTC