Obi added that this had continued to fuel mental health cases in the country.
He said that the National Institute of Health reported that about 40 to 60million Nigerians suffered various forms of mental ailment, adding that one in every 5 Nigerians, battle with mental health issues.
Obi said, “Today, I join the Global Community in commemorating World Mental Health Day, on which we raise awareness of mental health issues while encouraging concerted efforts to support those experiencing mental health issues in our nation.
“In Nigeria, mental health remains one of the critical health issues not given the due attention it deserves.
“This translates to about 1 in every 5 Nigerians, battling with mental health issues...
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