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Nacada warns advertising agencies erecting alcohol billboards near schools

NACADA says current age of alcohol initiation in the country is seven years. [Istockphoto]

The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has announced a nationwide crackdown on billboards promoting alcoholic beverages near schools.

In a statement on Monday, NACADA said exposure to outdoor alcohol advertising around schools was associated with youth intentions to use the beverage.

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