{"id":1211,"date":"2024-05-24T07:42:38","date_gmt":"2024-05-24T07:42:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kituitimes.com\/?p=1211"},"modified":"2024-05-24T07:42:48","modified_gmt":"2024-05-24T07:42:48","slug":"why-mombasa-governor-abdulswammad-nassir-declares-total-ban-on-muguka","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kambalandtimes.com\/index.php\/2024\/05\/24\/why-mombasa-governor-abdulswammad-nassir-declares-total-ban-on-muguka\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Mombasa Governor Abdulswammad Nassir Declares Total Ban on Muguka"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>By Veronicah Stellah<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>May 24, 2024<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mombasa Governor Abdulswammad Nassir has declared a total ban on the entry, sale, and consumption of Muguka in the county. Speaking at Port Reitz Hospital after signing the executive order, Governor Nassir emphasized the urgent need to address the addiction crisis fueled by the stimulant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cMuguka is the leading cause of addiction in our region,\u201d Nassir stated. \u201cMany young people will continue wasting away if we do not take such drastic steps.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"275\" height=\"183\" src=\"https:\/\/kituitimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/download-17.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1212\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The decision to ban Muguka comes amid growing concerns over its widespread use, particularly among the youth. Health officials in Mombasa have reported a surge in addiction cases linked to the stimulant, which has been associated with various health problems, including mental health disorders and cardiovascular issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Governor Nassir highlighted the broader social implications of Muguka consumption, noting its impact on education and employment. \u201cOur youth are neglecting their studies and jobs because of their addiction to Muguka,\u201d he said. \u201cThis is not just a health issue but a socio-economic one that affects the entire community.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In response to concerns about the immediate impact of the ban on those already addicted, Nassir announced that the County Government would provide free rehabilitation and treatment services. \u201cWe will offer support at various health facilities in the county to help those affected by this decision,\u201d he assured. \u201cOur goal is to ensure they receive the care and support they need to overcome their addiction.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"183\" height=\"275\" src=\"https:\/\/kituitimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/download-16.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1213\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Governor\u2019s announcement has sparked a mixed reaction among residents. While many health advocates and community leaders have applauded the move, some Muguka traders have expressed concern over the potential loss of livelihood. Nassir acknowledged these concerns and reiterated the County Government\u2019s commitment to providing alternative economic opportunities for those impacted by the ban.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Law enforcement agencies in Mombasa are set to enforce the ban rigorously to prevent the entry and distribution of Muguka. The County Government plans to collaborate with local authorities and community leaders to ensure compliance and support affected individuals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Governor Nassir called on the community to back the initiative, emphasizing its importance for the future well-being of Mombasa\u2019s residents. \u201cThis ban is a necessary step towards safeguarding the health, safety, and future of our County,\u201d he said. \u201cTogether, we can create a healthier and more prosperous Mombasa.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ban on Muguka takes effect immediately, marking a significant policy shift aimed at combating addiction and promoting public health in Mombasa County.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Veronicah Stellah May 24, 2024 Mombasa Governor Abdulswammad Nassir has declared a total ban on the entry,<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1214,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[16],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1211","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-business"],"featured_image_urls":{"full":["https:\/\/kambalandtimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MOMBASA-GOVERNOR-640x489-1.jpeg",640,489,false],"thumbnail":["https:\/\/kambalandtimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MOMBASA-GOVERNOR-640x489-1-150x150.jpeg",150,150,true],"medium":["https:\/\/kambalandtimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MOMBASA-GOVERNOR-640x489-1-300x229.jpeg",300,229,true],"medium_large":["https:\/\/kambalandtimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MOMBASA-GOVERNOR-640x489-1.jpeg",640,489,false],"large":["https:\/\/kambalandtimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MOMBASA-GOVERNOR-640x489-1.jpeg",640,489,false],"1536x1536":["https:\/\/kambalandtimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MOMBASA-GOVERNOR-640x489-1.jpeg",640,489,false],"2048x2048":["https:\/\/kambalandtimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MOMBASA-GOVERNOR-640x489-1.jpeg",640,489,false],"morenews-featured":["https:\/\/kambalandtimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MOMBASA-GOVERNOR-640x489-1.jpeg",640,489,false],"morenews-large":["https:\/\/kambalandtimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MOMBASA-GOVERNOR-640x489-1.jpeg",640,489,false],"morenews-medium":["https:\/\/kambalandtimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MOMBASA-GOVERNOR-640x489-1-590x410.jpeg",590,410,true]},"author_info":{"display_name":"Kambaland Times","author_link":"https:\/\/kambalandtimes.com\/author\/kituitimes\/"},"category_info":"<a href=\"https:\/\/kambalandtimes.com\/index.php\/category\/business\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Business<\/a>","tag_info":"Business","comment_count":"0","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/kambalandtimes.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1211","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/kambalandtimes.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/kambalandtimes.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kambalandtimes.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kambalandtimes.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1211"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/kambalandtimes.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1211\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1215,"href":"https:\/\/kambalandtimes.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1211\/revisions\/1215"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kambalandtimes.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1214"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/kambalandtimes.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1211"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kambalandtimes.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1211"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kambalandtimes.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1211"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}