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December 30, 2025

Suicide concerns mount after influencer Lazywrita’s ‘farewell’ post

Lazywrita told followers not to cry for him, saying he had “lived a full and adventurous life” but no longer had “the energy to continue anymore”.

Lazywrita’s farewell post
June 20, 2025

Court jails Olukeye Olalekan 76 years for sextortion tied to suicide of Canadian teenager

Mr Owoeye, in his judgment, therefore, found the defendant guilty on all counts and sentenced him to a cumulative 76 years in jail.

EFCC operatives, Ikoyi prison
February 10, 2025

Police officer dies by suicide in Niger

He said the police were currently investigating the incident to ascertain the reason behind Mr Bawa’s action.

Death By Hanging
January 12, 2025

Neuropsychiatrist blames rising rate of depression, suicide on social media

The neuropsychiatrist lamented that people spend too much time on social media, which, to a great extent, affects their mental health.

Social Media Icons
September 20, 2024

Jigawa man dies by suicide in classroom

“On arrival, the team discovered the lifeless body of the man dangling from the ceiling of a classroom in an Islamic school in the area,” the police stated.

Noose used to illustrate the story
September 10, 2024

Stakeholders urge enhanced mental health services to mark World Suicide Prevention Day

Mr Zion said, “Every conversation, no matter how small, contributes to breaking barriers and raising awareness.”

Suicide logo
July 6, 2024

Man jumps into river in Osogbo

Men of the Osun State Fire Service were called to rescue the man before drowning, but no trace of him was found when they got to the overflowing river.

Rivers waters
April 15, 2024

Nigerians advised to engage in regular exercise for better mental health amid economic challenges

“Safeguarding mental health has become more crucial for individuals in Nigeria due to the difficulties posed by the current state of the economy.”

March 8, 2024

80-year-old man dies by suicide in Lagos

The landlord said he heard the children of the deceased shouting.

SP Benjamin Hundeyin
January 30, 2024

Guard hangs self as ex-wife remarries

The corpse was released to the deceased’s family for burial.

Kano CP Hussaini Gumel