Mental health crisis looms for Nigerians, psychiatrists warn The President of the Association of Psychiatrists in Nigeria (APN), Taiwo Obindo, has raised alarm over the escalating stress and distress facing Nigerians, warning of a potential surge in mental health issues in the country. In a recent interview in Lagos, Obindo highlighted the adverse effects of economic hardship, social challenges, and other factors on the mental well-being of Nigerians. He emphasised the impact of poverty, insecurity, financial strains, and traumatic experiences on individuals’ mental health, particularly amidst the current economic climate. Obindo also criticised...