Cough Syrup Clampdown as Govt Declares War on Codeine
The move, according to Nigeria's health ministry, demonstrates the government's determination to stop the nationwide abuse of cough syrup containing codeine and other substances.
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The health ministry announced the ban after an investigation showed the syrup is being sold on the black market and being used by young Nigerians to get high. Read more »