Celebrities Championing The Legalisation Of “Wee” Should Educate The Public On Its Negative Effects — Mark Okraku-Mantey

Mark Okraku Mantey wants a nuanced discussion.

The president of the Creative Arts Council, Mark Okraku-Mantey wants the advocates of marijuana to also educate the public on its negative effects.

Furthermore, he was of the view that in as much as the illicit drug has positive effects, it also has some negative effects. Therefore, the celebrities championing its legalisation should touch on that too.

Mark Okraku-Mantey made these statements on Hitz FM’s ‘Daybreak Hitz’

“Weed has become a norm for the youth, whether we like it or not…our musicians have propagated it [use] openly. These celebs are role models for our children and they will pick up these things. They can’t decode or decipher things rightly. Children can easily copy their lifestyle and celebs are not ready to talk about it”.

Also, Mark advised celebrities on how to live a healthy lifestyle

“I never did cigarette or herb. I think with those in that space, it’s more of community, bonding, click and it’s a fraternity. Let’s not discard that marijuana doesn’t have a bad side”.