17 h. ago Uromi 16: PSC Deploys CP Agbonika To Forestall Reprisal Attacks In Edo

The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the appointment of CP Monday Agbonika of the Police Mounted Troop as the new Commissioner of Police for Edo State. The new commissioner, who takes over from CP Betty Enekpen Isokpan Otimenyin, has been tasked with the job of preventing any reprisal attack after the recent incident of […]

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25 h. ago ‘Financial Instability, Social Media Addiction Trigger Mental Imbalance In Youths’

Forty four per cent of young adults (18-24) currently suffer from mental health conditions, with excessive use of social media and financial instability being major contributing factors, according to AXA Mind Health Report 2025. Additionally, the report disclosed that work-related stress, including excessive workload, tight deadlines, and a lack of work-life balance, remain a significant […]

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28 h. ago Accelerating action for women’s mental health vital —Stakeholders

Tribune Online Accelerating action for women’s mental health vital —Stakeholders Stakeholders’ consensus was that mental health conditions affecting women are prevalent, and it is critical to accelerate actions to stem them in Nigeria. Dr Gbonjubola Abiri, a consultant psychiatrist, speaking at the March 2025 special edition of the Interactive Monthly Community Engagement (IMCE) Series of the Asido Foundation, said women are prone to mental health […] Accelerating action for women’s mental health vital —Stakeholders Tribune Online

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5 d. ago AXA Mansard warns of rising mental health challenges among youths

A new mind health report by AXA Mansard Insurance has stated that 44 per cent of young adults currently suffer from mental health conditions. In a statement signed by the company’s General Counsel and HR Director, Omowunmi Adewusi and made available to PUNCH Online on Saturday, emphasised the importance of mental well-being in workplaces and Read More

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6 d. ago Experts warn farmers, consumers about dangers of substandard micronutrient seeds

Tribune Online Experts warn farmers, consumers about dangers of substandard micronutrient seeds Agricultural experts have sensitised farmers and consumers on the dangers that sub-standard micronutrient seed varieties pose to the well-being of consumers as well as the level of productivity in the country. Experts warn farmers, consumers about dangers of substandard micronutrient seeds Tribune Online

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6 d. ago FoodCo urges women to prioritise mental health, personal growth

FoodCo, one of the top retailers in Nigeria and one of Africa’s fastest-growing companies, has urged Nigerian women to prioritise read more FoodCo urges women to prioritise mental health, personal growth

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1 week ago Challenging mental health stigma in “A Girl, Her God, and Her Mental Health” — Asiegbunam

Anthonate Asiegbunam is a writer, mental health advocate, and the founder of Unveil Mental Health Awareness Foundation. She has dedicated read more Challenging mental health stigma in “A Girl, Her God, and Her Mental Health” — Asiegbunam

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1 week ago Experts warn that load of household tasks takes toll on mothers’ mental health

Tribune Online Experts warn that load of household tasks takes toll on mothers’ mental health Household tasks contribute women’s Parents often overestimate their contributions, but dads do this more than moms. It is not news that mothers often shoulder the burden for most household tasks. From scrubbing the dishes, running errands, housecleaning, feeding the baby, to washing of used clothes, the list of household task could be endless. But there’s […] Experts warn that load of household tasks takes toll on mothers’ mental health Tribune Online

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1 week ago Remi Tinubu to open trauma, mental health conference on April 11 in Abuja

Tribune Online Remi Tinubu to open trauma, mental health conference on April 11 in Abuja According to Moji Obasa, founder of Abigail’s Foundation, the conference is open to mental health professionals, survivors Remi Tinubu to open trauma, mental health conference on April 11 in Abuja Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Expert warns missing teeth, tooth decay impact mental health

Tribune Online Expert warns missing teeth, tooth decay impact mental health OYO State Chairman of the Nigerian Dental Association, Dr Adeola Akintola, says dental issues like missing teeth, gum disease, bad breath and tooth decay can negatively impact self-image, confidence and difficulty to chew, further impacting mental wellbeing. Dr Akintola made the disclosure during an oral health awareness rally and commencement of a 2-day dental outreach […] Expert warns missing teeth, tooth decay impact mental health Tribune Online

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2 w. ago How Nigerian students are leveraging AI for improved learnings

Tribune Online How Nigerian students are leveraging AI for improved learnings For Haleemah Rufai, a year one Medical Laboratory Science student, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a lifesaver. Her studies sometimes include tackling complex equations or algorithms that could take hours to decipher. Such tasks are seamlessly tackled in seconds by Artificial Intelligence (AI). How Nigerian students are leveraging AI for improved learnings Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Understanding informal social deviance: The quiet decline of everyday courtesy and its impact on mental health

Tribune Online Understanding informal social deviance: The quiet decline of everyday courtesy and its impact on mental health IMAGINE walking into a crowded market, weaving through the chaos, when suddenly, someone shoves past you with such force that you nearly lose balance. No “excuse me,” no “sorry,” no acknowledgment, just a hurried departure as if nothing happened. Similarly , imagine offering someone help, only for them to walk away without a simple “thank […] Understanding informal social deviance: The quiet decline of everyday courtesy and its impact on mental health Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Japa syndrome and mental health: A reader’s experience and insights for building mental health resilience

Tribune Online Japa syndrome and mental health: A reader’s experience and insights for building mental health resilience   Breaking Point: The first time I broke down was during a snowstorm in the final days of 2021. It was my first Christmas alone in years and it hit me that I would be alone for New Year’s Day and also miss my daughter’s birthday in January. The COVID-19-related isolation of the preceding months […] Japa syndrome and mental health: A reader’s experience and insights for building mental health resilience Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Foundation Warns On Dangers Of Excessive Exercise To Mental Health

The Cope and Live Mental Health Awareness Foundation has warned Nigerians on the dangers of excessive exercise to mental health and physical wellbeing. Excessive exercise (vigorous exercise or over-exercising) occurs when physical activity exceeds the body’s capacity to cope with. Executive director of the Foundation, Rev. Chidiebube Nwachukwu, disclosed this to journalists in Enugu yesterday […]

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3 w. ago Varsity Don Seeks Constitutional Review To Improve Healthcare Access In Nigeria

Babcock University don and award-winning scholar Prof. Cheluchi Onyemelukwe-Onuobia has stressed the need for regulatory laws governing surrogacy, assisted reproductive treatments, mental health, emergencies, and other issues, saying they will help improve access to healthcare in Nigeria. Onyemelukwe-Onuobia made this declaration while delivering the 52nd inaugural lecture of Babcock University. According to her, “Laws and […]

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3 w. ago Experts warn of rising colorectal cancer cases, call for early diagnosis

Medical experts in the field of colorectal cancer said the disease is preventable if diagnosed early. A statement signed by MedServe, a healthcare subsidiary of the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority, on Saturday, said renowned Hepatobiliary Surgeon and Professor at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Dr Peter Kingham and others spoke during a lecture on colorectal Read More

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4 w. ago 5th JAME competition: Celebrating, inspiring youth champions for mental health advocacy

Tribune Online 5th JAME competition: Celebrating, inspiring youth champions for mental health advocacy   The Jemila Abubakar Memorial Essay (JAME) competition is an essay competition centred on a topical mental health issue, organised annually by the Asido Foundation for undergraduate students of Nigerian tertiary institutions in memory of Miss Jemila Abubakar, the organisation’s pioneer programme manager, who passed away in July 2020 after a brief illness. She lived […] 5th JAME competition: Celebrating, inspiring youth champions for mental health advocacy Tribune Online

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