Organized by the Deanship of Student Affairs: A Major Awareness Seminar on Combating Drugs

By: Abubakr Mutasim Mohammed

The Deanship of Student Affairs at Bahri University held a major public awareness seminar in the National Hall on combating drugs and reducing their spread among youth. The seminar was attended by a large gathering of university administration, students, and interested individuals. The national anthem was played, and the attendees stood in reverence and appreciation for those who sacrificed their lives so that the Sudanese flag may remain flying high, a symbol of national pride and dignity. The seminar commenced with verses from the Holy Quran, followed by a welcoming address from the Dean of Student Affairs, Dr. Damra Al-Hajj Mustafa Abbas, who emphasized the university’s leading and societal role in protecting the minds of young people and fortifying them against social threats. The opening also included a segment of praise for Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The seminar comprised two sessions: a scientific session and an awareness session. Captain Muntaser Mohammed Abdul Jalil, representing the Anti-Narcotics Department, delivered a comprehensive lecture covering the types of drugs, the legal deterrents related to their smuggling, trafficking, and use, and the psychological aspects of drug use. Colonel Dr. Tariq Hammad Al-Daw delivered a valuable lecture focusing on the profound psychological damage of addiction, reviewing the latest scientific methods and techniques used in treatment and rehabilitation.

Believing in the role of art and theater in raising awareness, university students presented a meaningful theatrical performance depicting the dangers of falling into addiction and its devastating effects on families and the future. The program also included interludes of patriotic songs that stirred the audience’s enthusiasm.

At the conclusion of the event, Mr. Amin Al-A’lami, representing the university’s director, Dr. Abubakr Muhammad Othman, delivered a speech in which he commended the efforts of the organizers of the symposium and the participating security and medical personnel. He affirmed the university’s commitment to continuing to organize such purposeful activities. The symposium concluded with an open discussion session moderated by Dr. Amouna Taj Al-Sir from the Faculty of Humanities. During this session, she presented informative and guidance segments on the dangers of drugs and ways to avoid addiction, accompanied by short skits performed by psychology students. The day’s events concluded with a modern musical performance that captivated the audience and moved their emotions.