The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has called for a collective national effort to tackle drug abuse, urging schools, churches and the public to play a more active role in preventing substance use, particularly among young people. Deputy Director-General of NACOC, Alexander Twum-Barimah, said the fight against drugs cannot be left to the Commission alone because of its limited manpower. He warned that drug abuse affects not only users but also innocent members of the public. Mr Twum-Barimah disclosed that NACOC intends to engage the Christian Council to build stronger partnerships with churches in the fight against drug abuse. The Deputy Director-General also revealed that NACOC is advocating legislation to give the Commission stronger legal authority to conduct drug testing in different sectors of the country.