The Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference has expressed deep concern over the rising cases of drug trafficking, substance abuse and indiscipline in schools, warning that the trends pose a serious threat to young people and the nation’s future.
The concern was raised in a keynote address delivered by the President of the Conference, Most Rev. Matthew Kwasi Gyamfi, at the opening of the 2026 Plenary Assembly.
Most Rev. Gyamfi identified drug trafficking and substance abuse as major challenges requiring urgent national attention, while also drawing attention to growing indiscipline in schools and the need for renewed focus on the moral and social formation of the youth which will be discussed at the Plenary sessions.
The Bishops stressed that tackling these challenges is crucial to promoting responsible citizenship, protecting vulnerable groups and building a society grounded in sound values.
They called for collective action involving government, educational institutions, families, religious bodies and other stakeholders to confront the social problems affecting the country.
The 2026 Plenary Assembly is being held under the theme: “Communion, Participation and Mission: Preparing the Catholic Church in Ghana for Her 150th Anniversary.”
By Celestine Edem Gbologah // Newswatchgh. com
