10 Deadly Street Names for Hard Drugs Destroying Nigerian Youths

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Across Nigerian streets, the drug epidemic continues to evolve under deceptive nicknames that make dangerous substances appear harmless. Behind these names lie poisons silently destroying lives, fueling crime, and pushing young people into early graves.

Take for instance “Gutter Water”. It has nothing to do with drinking water but refers to codeine syrup laced with other substances that gradually destroy the liver and kidneys. Then there is “Lamba”, a street term for synthetic weed, also known as Colorado, which has been linked to sudden mental breakdowns.

Another common name is “Ice”, shorthand for methamphetamine. It makes users hyperactive for hours, only to drag them into devastating depression afterwards. Pills such as Tramadol, Rohypnol, and Diazepam are also widely abused, appearing small and harmless but leaving permanent damage to the brain.

On the cannabis side, “Skunk” has emerged as an extra-strong variant, notorious for confusion, panic attacks, and in some cases, permanent mental health disorders. Even more dangerous is “Skoochies”, a cocktail that mixes codeine, Tramadol, alcohol, and weed into one cup—many have collapsed or died instantly after consuming it.

Local brews are not exempt. “Monkey Tail” is a blend of ogogoro and cannabis that shatters the liver, while “Rephnol”—a nickname for Rohypnol—has become infamous not only for memory loss but also for its sinister use in lacing drinks. Meanwhile, “Loud”, once used to describe strong weed, is no longer what it used to be, with chemical-laced versions now flooding the streets. Perhaps the most heartbreaking is “Solution”, a cheap high that involves sniffing glue or rubber gum, melting the brain slowly while poverty pushes desperate youths deeper into addiction.

Health experts warn that these substances are driving a surge in psychiatric cases, violent crime, and sudden deaths among young Nigerians. Community leaders and authorities alike are urging parents, schools, and society at large to be vigilant, spread awareness, and join hands to fight what has become one of the most dangerous threats to Nigeria’s future.

No drug is sweeter than life itself. The streets won’t warn you before they destroy you be warned.