The Association of Advocates Against Alcohol Harm in Nigeria (ASAAHN) has successfully elected its new national executive during a pivotal meeting held on December 29, 2024. The newly elected officials were immediately sworn into office, ushering in a renewed commitment to advocating for better alcohol policies across Nigeria.
ASAAHN is the Nigerian subsidiary of the West African Alcohol Policy Advocacy Association (WAAPA) and serves as a coalition of civil society organizations (CSOs) representing all six geopolitical zones of Nigeria. Established in 2019, following a mandate from WAAPA’s inaugural meeting earlier that year, ASAAHN held its official virtual launch on June 18, 2020. Since its inception, the coalition has grown to encompass over 50 CSOs, with plans for expansion across Africa and beyond.
Our Mission and Impact
ASAAHN is dedicated to:
Advocating for alcohol policy reforms: Engaging policymakers and stakeholders to adopt and enforce effective alcohol control measures.
Public awareness and education: Organizing campaigns, radio talk shows, and community outreach programs to highlight the dangers of alcohol abuse.
Supporting member organizations: Providing resources and capacity-building support to CSOs across the federation to strengthen their advocacy efforts.
Newly Elected National Executives
The association’s new leadership is as follows:
Nwokocha Chijioke P. – National Chairman
Amb. Pst. Kenneth Anetor – Vice National Chairman
Olubukola A. Omosanya – National General Secretary
Ikenna Daniel Molobe – National Treasurer
Charles Chibuzor Chiejina – National Assistant Secretary
A Renewed Vision for Alcohol Policy Advocacy
The newly elected executives bring extensive experience and a shared commitment to ASAAHN’s vision. Their leadership promises to enhance the coalition’s efforts to advance alcohol policy reforms in Nigeria, reduce alcohol-related harm, and promote healthier communities.
For further inquiries about ASAAHN, its initiatives, or its leadership, please contact:
Email: info@asaahn.org
Website: www.asaahn.org
Issued by:
Editorial Team
ASAAHN Official Publisher
