GOVERNMENT RAISES LEGAL DRINKING AGE TO 21, BANS ALCOHOL IN SUPERMARKETS

The government has enforced stringent new regulations, including raising the legal drinking age from 18 to 21 and banning alcohol sales in supermarkets, restaurants, online platforms, and residential areas.

The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) announced the measures in a move to curb alcohol abuse and underage drinking. Effective immediately, no person under 21 may purchase, consume, or even enter alcohol selling establishments regardless of adult supervision.

The move will also affect online personalities, social media influencers and celebrities who have been prohibited from endorsing, promoting or advertising alcohol, drugs and substances.