The Indian Hemp Decree (or the Indian Hemp Act) is a Nigerian law which prohibits the growth, production, and sale of plants in the genus cannabis. [1] It was enacted on 31 March 1966 by Major General Aguiyi Ironsi. [2] The act was preceded by the Dangerous Drug Ordinance of 1935, which restricted opium and other drugs. [3]
The Indian Hemp Decree (or the Indian Hemp Act) is a Nigerian law which prohibits the growth, production, and sale of plants in the genus cannabis. [1] It was enacted on 31 March 1966 by Major General Aguiyi Ironsi. [2] The act was preceded by the Dangerous Drug Ordinance of 1935, which restricted opium and other drugs. [3]