Alcohol treatment systems in Nigeria

Abstract

In a review of the studies on alcohol use in Nigeria, evidence shows that within the last decade there has been a rapid increase in alcohol availability (production/importation) and alcohol consumption. Similarly, the literature on the subject reveals an increasing trend in alcohol-related psychosocial and physical health hazards. This observation prompted a review of the existing alcohol treatment methods in Nigeria. These treatment methods include: traditional healers' approach, syncretic churches, government hospitals including a specialised drug addiction centre and voluntary agencies. Suggestions are made on how to improve alcohol treatment systems and data collection in Nigeria.