Paul Ibe Condemns Akpabio’s Suicide Remarks, Calls for Better Mental Health Support

Paul Ibe has criticised Senate President Godswill Akpabio’s comments on suicide, describing them as insensitive and inappropriate. He said people experiencing suicidal thoughts need compassion, counselling and professional care, not ridicule or punishment. Ibe also faulted the use of a religious stereotype in a discussion about mental health. He urged the Senate to support the decriminalisation of attempted suicide and improve access to psychiatric services, counselling and social protection for Nigerians in distress. He called on Akpabio to apologise to people affected by mental health challenges.

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