Nigeria moves to decriminalise attempted suicide

Nigerian Tribune | 22-08-2026 03:09pm |

Nigeria's Federal Executive Council has approved a proposed amendment to the National Mental Health Act that would decriminalize attempted suicide. The move is part of efforts to reform mental health legislation in the country. The amendment aims to treat attempted suicide as a mental health issue rather than a criminal offense. This decision reflects a shift towards more compassionate handling of such cases.

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