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Mental health group welcomes Senate move to decriminalise attempted suicide | Mukoko News

Homemental-health-wellnessMental health group welcomes Senate move to decriminalise attempted suicide

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Mental health group welcomes Senate move to decriminalise attempted suicide

By Mariam Ileyemi·October 17, 2026·Nigeria

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A mental health group in Nigeria welcomes the Senate's move to decriminalize attempted suicide, citing concerns about discouraging support-seeking.

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NMH and NSPAWG said criminalisation can discourage people experiencing suicidal distress and their families from seeking timely support.

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Length: 37 words · 1 min read
Published: October 17, 2026
Byline: Mariam Ileyemi
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