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Lagos Forum Challenges Traditional Masculinity Norms

Filmhouse Group and Café One hosted a pivotal forum in Lagos for Men's Day 2025, addressing mental health, fatherhood, and social pressures. Read how leaders are reshaping masculinity in Nigeria.

Advocates Push Humane Prison Reforms in Nigeria

Nigerian stakeholders demand correctional reforms focusing on mental health, education, and rehabilitation to restore inmate dignity and reduce reoffending rates nationwide.

Kano Fire Service Rescues Elderly Woman from Well

Kano State Fire Service successfully rescued 65-year-old Khadija Muhammad after she fell into a well in Gafiyawa town. The emergency response team acted swiftly following a distress call. Learn about safety measures to prevent such incidents.

Miwa Olorunfemi's Journey to Nollywood Fame

Discover how Miwa Olorunfemi rose from TV series Halita to become a Nollywood star, fashion model, entrepreneur, and mental health advocate. Learn about her career and personal life.

FG, CSOs Launch Mental Health Reform in Prisons

Federal Government partners with civil society on a new mental health initiative in Nigerian prisons. Over 100 inmates and officers trained. A step towards rehabilitation and reintegration.

Drug-Influenced Man Commits Suicide in Ilorin Well

Tragedy strikes Ilorin as 31-year-old Abdullateef Seriki-Sanma, under drug influence, jumps into well and dies. Family reveals suicide attempts and rescue efforts failed. Read full details.

Man commits suicide in Kwara domestic well

Tragedy strikes Ilorin as 31-year-old Abdullateef jumps into domestic well. Fire Service recovers body, urges mental health vigilance. Read full details.

UNILAG VC Seeks Mental Health in Pharmacy Curriculum

UNILAG Vice-Chancellor Prof. Folasade Ogunsola advocates integrating mental health literacy into pharmacy education to address Nigeria's growing mental health crisis. Learn how pharmacists can transform care.

PFN Calls for End to Foreign Medical Trips

Bishop Francis Oke urges Nigerian government to invest in healthcare infrastructure to prevent youth deaths and stop leaders' medical tourism. Join the movement for better health.

Hidden Mental Health Burden in Older Adults Exposed

Ghanaian economist Michael Somuah's research reveals untreated psychological distress in older adults with functional limitations costs healthcare systems billions. Discover proactive solutions.

NIVEA's ₦96.7M Mental Health Boost for Nigeria

NIVEA Nigeria partners with SOS Children's Villages, donating ₦96.686 million to combat social isolation and provide psychosocial support for over 33,000 vulnerable Nigerians.

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