Best 5 Nollywood Films To Watch That Promote Mental Health

May is Mental Awareness Month, and it reminds us of the importance of knowing about mental health and mental disorders that people struggle with. In this article, we list 5 Nigerian films that do a great job of discussing mental health, raising awareness, and pointing out ways to better navigate it as a Nigerian with... Read More

The Film Blog

May 7, 2026

Mental Health Awareness Month: Should We All Try Therapy?

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and it has us thinking about the importance of therapy. For many, therapy is not a thought they have considered, and while it is not the only solution to unburdening your mental troubles, it is a healthy path to take. Knowing that, the important question to ask is, should... Read More

Accept your husband’s side chick for better mental health – Actress Kudirat Ogunro advises women

Kudirat Ogunro, alias Kudi Alagbo, a rising Yoruba actress and director, has encouraged married women to accept the reality that their husbands would have extramarital affairs. She went on to suggest that women, for the sake of their mental health, make peace with their husbands’ side chicks. She said, “These days, one (a woman) needs to... Read More

Blogs

advice, Kudi Alagbo, Kudirat Ogunro, mental health, side chick

August 25, 2021

This is how Churches and Mosques come in to change the narrative on mental illness stigma

There is a trend lately of Nigerians discussing mental health and lamenting the stigma attached to it – arguably due to the copious amount of public education by mental health organisations and other institutions of information and learning. People ponder – with affected heaviness of heart – how come the culture is so lacking in... Read More

Culture

Christians, mental health, Muslims, nigeria, Schizophrenia, stigma

June 4, 2021

Lack of accessibility may be pushing Nigerians to self-diagnose mental illness, but it doesn’t have to be the only way

However slow going, the conversation on mental illness continues to shift from the dark place of shame and silence it had occupied for years in Nigeria to a place of seeking to understand, even if we sometimes bungle the conversation in our attempt to bring it to life. Take this discussion on Twitter about what... Read More

Non-binary Blog

anxiety, depression, mental health, Mental Illness, nigeria, PTSD

May 24, 2021

3 Nigerians share lessons they learned in therapy that changed their lives

A practising therapist’s advice once taught me to never frame a piece of advice received from a therapist as “my therapist taught/told me” but to instead frame it as “I learnt in therapy that …” I don’t know why, but I have heeded that advice since and approached this piece with that as the watchword.... Read More

Non-binary Blog

anxiety, depression, Life Lessons, lifestyle, mental awareness, mental health, Therapy

May 7, 2021

Peer pressure is a major contributor to Nigeria’s mental health crisis

The notion of peer pressure being bad for business is not new to anyone raised by Nigerian parents. In every ethnic language in Nigeria there is a phrase to admonish against ‘bad friends’ or ‘bad influence.’ Yet, the irony remains that often parents do this under the influence of pressure rather than pure altruistic concern.... Read More

Non-binary Blog

anxiety, depression and anxiety, mental health, peer pressure

May 6, 2021

Nigerians on managing their mental health without therapy

Managing mental illness can be daunting even where access to therapy is easy. And Nigeria is not a place where therapy comes with easy access. Estimates by the World Health Organisation (WHO) of the ratio of psychotherapists to population put the number at 1 to over 600, 000 and 1 to over 100, 000 psychologists. The... Read More

Non-binary Blog

mental health, Mental health month, Mental Illness, Therapy

May 6, 2021

We spoke to 3 survivors of sexual assault to unmask a sliver of the trauma of rape

The trauma of sexual violence is an oft-mentioned and well-studied phenomenon that is the reality of millions of women and men globally. In Nigeria where 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 10 boys are reported by UNICEF to have experienced sexual violence, the number of survivors is staggering. Yet, this massive number notwithstanding few... Read More

Non-binary Blog

mental health, rape victims, Sexual assault, trauma, UNICEF

April 30, 2021

7 tips to stay sane while living in Nigeria | A psychotherapist’s guide

Restless and tense. A sense of impending danger or doom. Difficulty controlling worry. A strong urge to avoid things that trigger anxiety. These are some of the symptoms of anxiety disorder, and they are also feelings Nigerians of all walks of life, ethnicity and creed are familiar with in recent times. There is rising mass... Read More

Non-binary Blog

A psychotherapist's guide, Amanda Ihimebiri, emotional health, Living in Nigeria, mental health, N.d.i.d.i, physical health

March 30, 2021

Suicide is on the rise and all we have is a mindless political leadership

How do you convince a government to declare a state of emergency on the increasing rate of suicide? Specifically, how do you convince the Nigerian government – whose antecedents with disregard for the lives of law-abiding citizens is a stuff of legend, to care enough about the increasing desperation that could be the cause of... Read More

Non-binary Blog

mental health, Mental Illness, nigeria, suicide, WHO

March 18, 2021

Kanye West is a successful ‘mad person’ | What this means for people living with mental illness in Nigeria

There are a thousand and one reasons to centre conversation today around America’s richest ever black billionaire, Kanye West. For reasons clear as day – humanity’s affinity for happy tales, we have collectively chosen to face one aspect: the latest wealth he amassed, $6.6bn worth of it. It is worth reminding Nigerians of all demographics... Read More

Non-binary Blog

$6.6 billion, billionaire, Kanye West, Kim Kardashian, mental health, Mental Illness, nigeria

December 9, 2020

Davido’s public grief could start a revolution of men expressing their feelings

Popular singer, David Adeleke, known by his stage name ‘Davido’ has come out to say, “I’m tired of being strong, ” in a very vulnerable post in reaction to the death of his bodyguard of 11 years. It is an anguished response to grief that should start a conversation about why he or any man... Read More

Deep Dive, Non-binary Blog

Davido, death, mental health

October 15, 2020

‘Panic Cards’ do the trick for mental health issues and Mentally Aware Nigeria is leading this | #EndSWAT

by Adewale Alabi The #EndSWAT protests in Nigeria is taking quite a lot of twists and turns. It is now seven days since the protests began and many youth have indeed shown their desire for change and have taken an active part in the protests. It is, however, pertinent to note that many protesters may... Read More

Non-binary Blog

#EndSARS, #EndSWAT, mental health, Mentally Aware Nigeria

September 29, 2020

Why are Nigerians taking Rema’s emotional outburst as fodder for bants?

All of Monday, social media saw a frenetically outspoken side of Rema in a string of tweets, some cryptic, others confessional, and the rest filled with strong calls to actions and the need for radical change. The 19-year-old Afro-pop/trap star basically had a lot to say about a lot of things, from stealing a friend’s... Read More

Counter Culture Blog, Thinking Through

mental health, Rema, Rema Mental breakdown

September 9, 2020

Why Nigerians needs to rethink their stance on homophobia

“They say I use pampers because I’m gay,” a gay man recounts to the Bisi Alimi Foundation in 2017. “They call me possessed,” a lesbian reveals in the same report. “I feel like a prisoner,” Another lesbian reveals to human Rights watch in 2015. “There is nowhere to run to.” Sexual orientation continues to be... Read More

Non-binary Blog

mental health, non-binary, Queer

August 25, 2020

Art stands a viable mental health cure but why do we still ignore this?

On an extraordinary Sunday morning in May, two dozen health workers, donned in scrubs and face masks followed the smooth sound of a saxophone out onto the lawn outside isolation tents. While the health workers danced outside the tents, the patients inside the tents danced as much as they were able to. Some swayed their... Read More

#YNaijaNonBinary: Let’s talk about mental health

People going to therapists or talking about their mental health is a thing I mostly see on TV shows. Foreign TV shows. Therapy remains a low key taboo topic in our culture. When it comes to mental health issues, there is a general consensus to either face it alone or at most, talk to your... Read More

Non-binary Blog

#YNaijaNonBinary, healthcare, mental health

June 8, 2019

The Daily Vulnerable | It’s actually simple

Life is actually simple. You’re in a relationship that’s hurting you? Step out of it. It’s a marriage and you’re not working so you need the security? Ask yourself if you’re absolutely sure you can’t survive without him, and if you can’t (I highly doubt it), have a plan for how much longer you will... Read More

Thinking Through

Chude Jideonwo, Joy Inc, mental health, TDV, The Daily Vulnerable, The Joy Hub

February 20, 2018

Today’s Noisemakers: Timaya, Bisi Alimi, Akinwunmi Ambode and, the advice on mental health issues

Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social matters, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. We make it our job to take down the names of these noisemakers. Here’s our list from today:... Read More

Opinion

Akinwunmi Ambode, Bisi Alimi, mental health, Timaya, Today's Noisemakers

November 29, 2017

[The Music Blog] Burna Boy opens up about mental health and going into therapy

In a recent interview with Beat FM, Burna Boy discussed a range of topics, including his relationships, an upcoming live concert in December and his controversy-prone public image. Hosts Olisa Adibua and Maria Okanrende also used their time with the singer to ask about how he manages his mental health. According to Burna Boy, he... Read More

The Music Blog

Burna boy, mental health

November 2, 2017

The Thread: How I saved my friend from committing suicide

The Third Mainland bridge in Lagos has become a popular spot for those who want to bring a finality to life. Yet in this country, we credit ourselves with resilience and fortitude, which although accurate does not mean there aren’t people among us- friends, family- who are grappling with issues that make them want to... Read More

Opinion

mental health, nigeria, Relationships, suicide, The Thread

July 21, 2017

Opinion: Many are “mad” but few are roaming

by Aigbokhan Emmanuel Stigmatisation and discrimination against the mentally disabled is a practice, albeit dispiriting, that pervades every culture in the world to varying degrees. And while many societies consciously make efforts to deter the practice, a few others simply aren’t doing enough. Mental disorders like many other organ related disorders have specific symptoms which... Read More

Opinion

discrimination, madness, mental health, nigeria, opinion

June 30, 2017

Science Cafe Lagos holds talk about Mental Health

Do you know what mental health is? Would you like to know what it really means? Do you have questions regarding mental health? or Do you have an idea or concept that can improve mental health in the community? Lets talk about ‘Mental Health’ at science cafe @scicafelagos. A Q&A event that promotes conversations around science... Read More

Poetry: Depression

by dijiaderoGBA Sometimes, I want to talk. Sometimes, I want to cry. Two sides of life. One for the pain. Other for the pain. Who will listen ? Who will I talk to? Depression is a friend. I smile. I cry. I pretend. I wish I could speak. I wish you could listen.... Read More

Opinion

depression, mental health, nigeria, opinion

April 29, 2017

Opinion: The growing problem of untreated dementia in our elders

by Tony Ogunlowo Just recently a picture of a half-naked elderly woman surrounded by a lynch mob appeared online in one of the many blogs under the caption:” Bird falls from sky and transforms into Woman”. Now it beggars belief that in this day and age where everybody has a smartphone, with video recording... Read More

Opinion

dementia, mental health, nigeria, opinion, Public health, superstition, The elderly

April 25, 2017

Ugochukwu Nnamdi Ukamba: How is my attempt to kill myself anybody’s business?

by Ugochukwu Nnamdi Ukamba On Sunday 19th March 2017, one Dr Allwell Orji ordered his driver to stop his vehicle on the popular third mainland bridge, Lagos, Nigeria, got out of the car and took a plunge into the lagoon. It happened so fast that neither the driver nor other road users saw it coming.... Read More

Opinion

criminal law, mental health, nigeria, opinion, suicide, Titilayo Momoh, Ugochukwu Nnamdi Ukamba

April 19, 2017

[The Music Blog] Music for the pain: 5 pro-tips to help you curate the perfect playlist to combat anxiety

Music they say is the ultimate form of empathy. Presumably, this is why sound therapists have spent years of researching music to evolve a methodology for restoration of health and relaxation. Personally I became aware of the ability of music to help ease stress and anxiety after discovering Brian Eno’s ambient albums, a sound specifically... Read More

The Music Blog

anxiety, depression, mental health, Music

April 8, 2017

Opinion: But why would a doctor commit suicide?

by Obinna Nnewuihe There was a way he looked at me that made me feel uneasy. I mean here I was meditating peacefully in church and a familiar face from within the congregation kept staring. He finally decided he had observed enough and convinced himself to bring up a conversation with me. “Hey doc; sorry... Read More

Doctors, health institutions, medicine, mental health, opinion, suicide

Best 5 Nollywood Films To Watch That Promote Mental Health

Mental Health Awareness Month: Should We All Try Therapy?

Accept your husband’s side chick for better mental health – Actress Kudirat Ogunro advises women

This is how Churches and Mosques come in to change the narrative on mental illness stigma

Lack of accessibility may be pushing Nigerians to self-diagnose mental illness, but it doesn’t have to be the only way

3 Nigerians share lessons they learned in therapy that changed their lives

Peer pressure is a major contributor to Nigeria’s mental health crisis

Nigerians on managing their mental health without therapy

We spoke to 3 survivors of sexual assault to unmask a sliver of the trauma of rape

7 tips to stay sane while living in Nigeria | A psychotherapist’s guide

Suicide is on the rise and all we have is a mindless political leadership

Kanye West is a successful ‘mad person’ | What this means for people living with mental illness in Nigeria

Davido’s public grief could start a revolution of men expressing their feelings

‘Panic Cards’ do the trick for mental health issues and Mentally Aware Nigeria is leading this | #EndSWAT

Why are Nigerians taking Rema’s emotional outburst as fodder for bants?

Why Nigerians needs to rethink their stance on homophobia

Art stands a viable mental health cure but why do we still ignore this?

#YNaijaNonBinary: Let’s talk about mental health

The Daily Vulnerable | It’s actually simple

The return of Tee Billz to Instagram and the exorcism (we hope) of past demons

Today’s Noisemakers: Timaya, Bisi Alimi, Akinwunmi Ambode and, the advice on mental health issues

[The Music Blog] Burna Boy opens up about mental health and going into therapy

The Thread: How I saved my friend from committing suicide

Opinion: Many are “mad” but few are roaming

Science Cafe Lagos holds talk about Mental Health

Poetry: Depression

Opinion: The growing problem of untreated dementia in our elders

Ugochukwu Nnamdi Ukamba: How is my attempt to kill myself anybody’s business?

[The Music Blog] Music for the pain: 5 pro-tips to help you curate the perfect playlist to combat anxiety

Opinion: But why would a doctor commit suicide?

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