A petition calling for legalization of Marijuan has gained momentum gannering 1, 400 signatures within 48 years.The petition is being fronted by reasercher Gwada Ogot.
Gwada Ogot, argues that the plant scientifically known as Cannabis Sativa – has multiple documented benefits.
Ogot says the medicinal and industrial uses of the plant, upon its legalisation, will be of 'great social and economic gains'.
Section 3 (2) (a) of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Control Act lists cannabis as a banned substance.
He wants bhang expunged from the list and a new law made to establish a regulatory body to govern its use.
The petitioner further recommends people serving jail sentences either for possession, cultivation, transportation, sale or use of the plant be released from prison.
He listed Colombia, Mexico, Czech Republic, Costa Rica, Ireland, Australia, Jamaica and Germany that have decrimilased bhang.