Contexte de la réduction des risques et lois sur les drogues au Nigéria

YouthRISE Nigeria présente la réponse du Nigéria en matière de réduction des risques dans le contexte de son cadre juridique, en soulignant les lacunes clés des politiques, les dynamiques institutionnelles et les opportunités émergentes de changement. Pour en savoir plus, en anglais, veuillez lire les informations ci-dessous.

This briefing paper provides an overview of the harm reduction response in Nigeria in relation to the drug law and policy landscape. The aim is to support stakeholders—including civil society organisations, advocates, and policymakers—in identifying opportunities to improve the health and rights of people who use drugs.

The paper highlights major gaps in the legal and policy environment that restrict access to harm reduction services in Nigeria, such as needle and syringe programmes (NSPs) and opioid substitution therapy (OST), despite their recognition in national guidelines. It also outlines the roles of key institutions and actors in shaping the national response to drug use and harm reduction, and provides recommendations for ensuring a more enabling environment.