The Pill That Stole My Life: Nigeria's Hidden Opioid Crisis

What if addiction doesn’t always begin with a bad decision?Sometimes, it begins with pain. A surgery. An injury. A prescription. One pill meant to help.In this powerful episode of HERcast with Dr. Chito, we sit down with Dr. Fanan Yashi-Nyakan  (@phafa5) for an honest conversation about Nigeria’s hidden opioid crisis and the reality of addiction.We explore how opioid dependence can develop, why addiction can remain hidden even when someone appears to be functioning normally, the warning signs families should look out for, and why early intervention matters.From prescription medications to drugs such as codeine and tramadol, this conversation challenges the ignorance and normalization surrounding opioid use and reminds us that addiction affects far more than the person using the substance.Understanding can be the first step toward help.🎙️ THE PILL THAT STOLE MY LIFE: NIGERIA’S HIDDEN OPIOID CRISIS🎥 Watch the full episode on HERcast with Dr. Chito📺 Rapid TV | StarTimes Channel 176Saturdays 7 PM | Sundays 2 PM🎧 Listen on all podcast platformsFollow @hercastpodcast, @drchiton for more conversations that matter.HERcast with Dr. Chito, Where women rise, leaders are built, and transformation begins.#HERcastWithDrChito #OpioidCrisis #AddictionAwareness #MentalHealth #HealthEducation #NigeriaDear HERcast Family, Thank you for being part of HERcast with Dr. Chito—a movement dedicated to empowering and uplifting women. Through inspiring stories and transformative tools, HERcast helps women overcome barriers, thrive authentically, and become the best versions of themselves. With the tagline “Her Strength, Your Inspiration,” we believe gender equity starts with knowledge, support, and community. Your journey inspires us, and we’d love to hear from you! Share your thoughts, stories, or ideas with us—because together, we rise. Warmly, The HERcast with Dr. Chito TeamHERcast with Dr. Chito is a movement empowering women with knowledge, giving them a voice, and building a supportive network that inspires boldness in pursuing their dreams. Through health, wellbeing, and social issues, we believe gender equity will transform the world. Let’s empower HER to thrive because her life is extraordinary!Don't forget to subscribe to be notified when a new episode drops.You can also follow us on Instagram @hercastpodcast and Tiktok @thehercastpodWATCH full episodes on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@HerCastWithDrChitonShowing on Rapid TV @officialrapidtv (Ch176, Startimes) Saturdays (7pm) & Sundays (2pm). Streaming live @ https://www.youtube.com/@officialrapidtv