MTN Anti-Substance Abuse Programme - (ASAP)
About MTN ASAP
The Anti-Substance Abuse Programme (ASAP) is MTN Foundation's flagship advocacy campaign launched in 2019 to combat drug abuse among Nigerian youth aged 10-25 years. Our mission is to discourage first-time use of addictive substances by providing relevant information and engaging key stakeholders across the nation.
The program has evolved into a comprehensive digital education ecosystem, delivering not only drug abuse awareness but also STEM education, leadership development, and career guidance resources through innovative technology platforms.
- Partnership with UNODC, Federal Ministry of Education, and NDLEA.
- Aligned with SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goal).
Students Reached
Teachers Onboarded
States Across Nigeria
Schools Participating
National Quiz Competition
Four stages of academic excellence — Selectional, State, Regional, and the National Finals
2026 Competition Opens 30 June 2026
Schools selected for the 2026 cohort will compete through four progressive stages — Selectional, State, Regional, and the National Finals.
Selectional
30 Jun 2026
State
2 Jul 2026
Regional
10 Jul 2026
Finals
20 Jul 2026
Eligibility
Public secondary schools selected by the Ministry of Education across all 36 states + FCT
Representation
3 students from JSS3–SS2 represent each school in the national quiz competition
Prizes
Digital devices and school improvement grants awarded to top-ranking finalists
2026 Program Schedule
Current Year Schedule
February 2026 – August 2026
Key dates and activities for the MTN ASAP program implementation
Onboarding of Selected Schools
Schools selected by Ministry of Education begin the onboarding process to the MTN ASAP program.
Onboarding of Selected Schools
Schools selected by Ministry of Education begin the onboarding process to the MTN ASAP program.
Teachers Activation
Training and orientation for nominated teachers from participating schools.
Teachers Activation
Training and orientation for nominated teachers from participating schools.
Students Activation
Orientation and introduction for JSS3 - SS2 students selected to participate in the program.
Students Activation
Orientation and introduction for JSS3 - SS2 students selected to participate in the program.
Drug Sensitization
Comprehensive drug abuse awareness and prevention education for participating students.
Drug Sensitization
Comprehensive drug abuse awareness and prevention education for participating students.
Quiz Competitions
State level: June 30 · Regional finals: July 2 · National finals: July 20. Testing students' knowledge on substance abuse prevention and related topics.
Quiz Competitions
State level: June 30 · Regional finals: July 2 · National finals: July 20. Testing students' knowledge on substance abuse prevention and related topics.
Post Competition Activities
iLead Training, STEM Content Engagement, and other educational activities to further develop students' skills.
Post Competition Activities
iLead Training, STEM Content Engagement, and other educational activities to further develop students' skills.
Eligibility Information
- Schools are selected by Ministry of Education
- Participating schools must be public secondary schools
- Schools may apply for consideration
- Schools nominate their teachers and students
- Participating students must be between JSS3 - SS2
2026 Participant Distribution
53 schools enrolled in the 2026 cohort across all six geopolitical zones
Program Participation
Learn how different stakeholders can engage with the MTN ASAP initiative
School Selection & Participation
Schools are selected by the Ministry of Education based on vulnerability to substance abuse in their communities.
- Selected schools must be public secondary schools across Nigeria
- Schools nominate 10 teachers to coordinate participating students
- Schools provide a list of 600 students in JSS3 - SS2
- 3 students are eventually nominated to represent the school in the national quiz competition
Program Partners
Strategic partnerships that drive our mission forward
MTN Foundation
United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)
Federal Ministry of Education
National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA)
Strategic Partnerships
The MTN Foundation secures strategic partnerships internally to ensure the success of the ASAP program. These carefully selected collaborations with government agencies, international organizations, and private sector entities enable us to leverage diverse expertise, resources, and networks to maximize our impact in combating substance abuse among Nigerian youth.
Our partners contribute to curriculum development, implementation support, monitoring and evaluation, and policy advocacy, creating a comprehensive ecosystem for sustainable change.
Program Activities
- Comprehensive digital education ecosystem
- Advocacy walks in communities
- Teacher training and certification
- Student sensitization programs
- National quiz competition
Execution Partners
i-Cube Worldwide
Technical Partner
Technology implementation partner for the MTN ASAP digital ecosystem.
Connect Marketing
Implementation Partner
Strategic implementation partner for the MTN ASAP program.
Stakeholder Collaboration
While strategic partnerships are secured internally, MTN ASAP welcomes general stakeholder collaborations to enhance program impact. Community organizations, educational institutions, and individuals passionate about substance abuse prevention can contribute to advocacy walks and awareness campaigns.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about the MTN ASAP program
Media Gallery
Explore photos, videos, and stories from our program implementation
MTN ASAP awareness rally in Nigeria
Officials at the International Day Against Drug Abuse event
Student recognition at the International Day Against Drug Abuse event
Students receiving awards at MTN ASAP program
Award ceremony at the International Day Against Drug Abuse event
Partnership announcement for MTN ASAP program
Students participating in MTN ASAP educational session
Anti-substance abuse rally with MTN Foundation
Get in Touch
Contact us for more information about the MTN ASAP program
Send us a Message
Contact Information
asap@mtnfoundation.org
Phone
General Enquiries: 300
NDLEA 24/7 Psycho-Social support Helpline: 080010303040
Address
MTN Nigeria Foundation Limited by Guarantee
2nd Floor, MTN Plaza
No 1, Awolowo Road
Falomo, Ikoyi, Lagos
Office Hours
Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday: Closed