26 h. ago Jude Bellingham urges players to open up about mental health

By John Ogunsemore Real Madrid midfielder, Jude Bellingham has revealed his struggle with mental health, noting that he kept up a “macho” image to deflect from physical vulnerabilities. The 22-year-old England international urged other players to speak up about their mental health challenges to serve as motivation for others. The Laureus ambassador said, “As athletes, […] The post Jude Bellingham urges players to open up about mental health appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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47 h. ago ‘Academic stress, lifestyle pressure cause of students’ mental health issues’

Clinical psychologists have identified lifestyle pressures, academic stress and social media influence as key contributors to emotional instability among Nigerian read more ‘Academic stress, lifestyle pressure cause of students’ mental health issues’

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56 h. ago Mental Health, Career Growth Take Centre Stage As Baze Varsity Hosts 2025 Career Week

Baze University, Abuja, on Monday, October 7, 2025, commenced its annual Career Week, a three-day event designed to promote mental health awareness, career development, and student engagement. The programme has once again positioned the institution as a champion of student wellbeing and holistic education. The week began with a Health Walk organised by the Student […]

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65 h. ago IDGC: Glo educates girls on importance of menstrual, mental health

In COMMEMORATION OF THE International Day of the Girl Child, Glo Foundation, the social responsibility arm of telecommunications company, Globacom, has urged secondary school girls across the country to pay attention to their menstrual and mental health. The Foundation explained that, these two key issues have become imperative if the girls would grow into adulthood […] The post IDGC: Glo educates girls on importance of menstrual, mental health appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago WMH: Access to services–mental health in catastrophes and emergencies

Tribune Online WMH: Access to services–mental health in catastrophes and emergencies IN a report by the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR), it was reported that at the end of 2024, there were 123.2 million displaced people globally. 73.5 million of these individuals were internally displaced persons, 42.7 million were refugees, and 8.4 million were asylum seekers. The UN Refugee Agency raises the alarm that displacement has nearly […] WMH: Access to services–mental health in catastrophes and emergencies Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Mikel Obi: It ‘ll be a crime if Nigeria misses World Cup again

Former Super Eagles captain, John Mikel Obi has sent a passionate message to Nigeria’s national team, urging players to “take responsibility, shut out distractions, and fight for the nation’s pride” as the team battles to keep its 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification hopes alive. With just two matches remaining in the qualifiers, Nigeria sits precariously […] The post Mikel Obi: It ‘ll be a crime if Nigeria misses World Cup again appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago FirstBank urges collective action to expand financial access, spur innovation

Tribune Online FirstBank urges collective action to expand financial access, spur innovation Alebiosu stressed that collaboration among policymakers, industry players, and technology partners was vital to achieving lasting impact. FirstBank urges collective action to expand financial access, spur innovation Tribune Online

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7 d. ago The Freedom We Forget at 65: Mind, Dreams, and Hope – A Mental Health Reflection

Tribune Online The Freedom We Forget at 65: Mind, Dreams, and Hope – A Mental Health Reflection It’s been 65 years of independence. Congratulations, Nigeria, and happy Independence! Welcome also to the last quarter of the year, a brand new month of October. But genuinely, can we say we have come a long way and done so well as a nation in these 65 years? Or are we still trapped in a […] The Freedom We Forget at 65: Mind, Dreams, and Hope – A Mental Health Reflection Tribune Online

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1 week ago Autism Diagnosed Later In Life Could Be Different Form— Study

Those diagnosed later in life also appear to be more at risk of mental health conditions such as depression, the study said. The post Autism Diagnosed Later In Life Could Be Different Form— Study appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago Group Urges Regulators, Business Leaders To Advance Governance Standards

The Society for Corporate Governance in Nigeria (SCGN) has urged regulators, business leaders, institutions and ecosystem players to raise governance standards across sectors. The society noted that this move would strengthen fiscal reforms, improve regulatory compliance and enhance the national code of corporate governance. SCGN further emphasised the need to drive ethical governance in a […]

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2 w. ago “Growing Up, I Thought Everybody Hated Me; Didn’t Even Want To Be Alive” – Michael Ejoor On Mental Health Struggles

Nollywood actor Michael Ejoor has opened up about his long battle with depression and multiple suicide attempts. Speaking in an interview with Jay On Air, which was shared on X on Friday, the actor disclosed that he was diagnosed with clinical depression 14 years ago, a period during which he tried to end his life […] The post “Growing Up, I Thought Everybody Hated Me; Didn’t Even Want To Be Alive” – Michael Ejoor On Mental Health Struggles appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago “I Opted For Body Enhancement For My Mental Health” — Actress Uche Ogbodo

Nollywood actress Uche Ogbodo has opened up about her decision to undergo body enhancement surgery, saying it was motivated by her struggle with body image after childbirth. Speaking with Saturday Beats, the mother of three explained that although she had always been naturally busty, her figure changed after having children and it affected her confidence. […] The post “I Opted For Body Enhancement For My Mental Health” — Actress Uche Ogbodo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Almost One Billion People Face Mental Health Conditions, WHO Warns

The Director General of the Organisation, Dr Tedros Ghebreyesus, raised the alarm ahead of the High-Level Meeting on Noncommunicable Diseases and Mental Health slated for September 25. The post Almost One Billion People Face Mental Health Conditions, WHO Warns appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 w. ago Behavioural disorders and depression in African children common — Expert

Tribune Online Behavioural disorders and depression in African children common — Expert GIVEN Africa’s rapidly growing youth population, there is a greater need than ever for clear rules and easily available mental health treatments to address the increased frequency of depression and behavioural disorders in children on the continent. Professor Olayinka Omigbodun, a child psychiatrist, who made a call in her inaugural lecture entitled “Our Children’s Mental […] Behavioural disorders and depression in African children common — Expert Tribune Online

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