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Dakar – Une Togolaise retrouvée morte dans un foyer pour femmes en détresse

Un drame émouvant s’est produit le mardi 21 octobre 2025 à la Médina, à Dakar, où une ressortissante togolaise de 39 ans, A. Émilie Akoli, a été retrouvée pendue dans une chambre du foyer “Rose Virginie”, un centre d’accueil pour femmes en situation difficile. Selon les premières informations, la victime venait tout juste d’être admise la veille, sur recommandation d’une assistante sociale de l’hôpital Dalal Diam de Guédiawaye. Celle-ci avait sollicité la responsable du foyer, sœur E. Mbaye, pour héberger une patiente vulnérable, récemment sortie de soins et sans logement. À son arrivée, Émilie Akoli aurait confié avoir perdu son compagnon ghanéen et se retrouver sans abri après plusieurs mois de précarité. Orpheline et isolée, elle expliquait avoir quitté le Togo il y a trois ans, espérant y trouver une vie meilleure. La religieuse lui avait attribué une chambre avant […]

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Experts Sound Alarm as 16,000 Nigerians Die by Suicide Yearly

Health experts have issued a urgent warning over Nigeria's growing suicide crisis, revealing that approximately 16,000 Nigerians take their own lives every year. Young people are among the most affected. This alarming figure was disclosed at the 3rd Vanguard Mental Health Summit in Lagos, which was held to mark World Mental Health Day 2025. The Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Mohamed Marwa (rtd.), described the situation as a "serious national issue" that can no longer be ignored. He directly linked drug abuse to the mental health crisis, noting that 14.3 million Nigerians abuse drugs. Mental health expert, Prof. Taiwo Sheikh, explained that suicide is driven by multiple factors. He listed these as including economic hardship, job loss, discrimination, and social media pressures. Critically, he stated that 90% of suicide deaths are linked to mental […]

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WHO: Suicide Now Third Leading Cause of Death Among Youth

The World Health Organisation (WHO) Director-General, Dr Tedros Ghebreyesus, has urged governments to take urgent action against noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and mental health challenges, warning that inaction will cost millions of lives and weaken global economies. Speaking in a video message posted on X on Saturday ahead of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, Tedros underscored the significance of the upcoming High-Level Meeting on NCDs and Mental Health scheduled for September 25. “Noncommunicable diseases, or NCDs, include seven of the world’s top 10 causes of death, including cancers, heart disease, diabetes, and chronic respiratory disease,” he said. “In addition, more than one billion people face mental health conditions, and suicide is the third leading cause of death among young people.” Enormous human and economic toll Tedros stressed that beyond the personal tragedies, the global burden of NCDs […]

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Nigerian Extradited to US Over Sextortion Case Leading to Teen’s Death.

Hassanbunhussein Abolore Lawal, a 24-year-old Nigerian from Osun State, has been extradited to the US to face charges related to sextortion that allegedly led to the death of a 17-year-old boy. Lawal is accused of posing as a young woman online, coercing the victim into sending explicit photos, and then extorting money by threatening to expose the images. Following the teen's suicide, Lawal continued to target the victim's family.Lawal faces serious charges, including child exploitation resulting in death and production of child sexual abuse material, with a potential life sentence if convicted. His extradition comes amid a global crackdown on sextortion crimes, particularly targeting minors.The Nigerian government is working to combat such crimes with a new cybercrime center, signaling a greater commitment to addressing online exploitation.

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Gospel Singer Jacob Mawulo Dies by Suicide.

The gospel music community has been struck with grief following the news of Jacob Mawulo's death by suicide. Mawulo, who was known for his inspirational music, left behind a note that has sparked conversations about mental health and depression within Ghana's entertainment industry. His passing has prompted renewed calls for better mental health support for public figures and artists who face immense pressure in their careers.

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Accra, Eastern, Central Regions Lead in Suicide Attempts – 2024 Report.

On World Suicide Prevention Day, data from the first half of 2024 indicates that the Greater Accra, Eastern, and Central regions of Ghana recorded the highest number of suicide attempts. This alarming trend highlights the need for enhanced mental health services and preventive measures, particularly in these regions. Health authorities are urging the government and other stakeholders to intensify public awareness campaigns, improve access to mental health care, and provide support systems to help reduce the incidence of suicide attempts in the country.

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