Declare national emergency on child abuse, psychiatrists beg FG

The Punch | 25-08-2026 01:43am |

Mental health experts in Nigeria have urged the Federal Government to declare a national emergency on child abuse. They cite alarming statistics and long-term psychological effects on victims. The call was made during a recent gathering of psychiatrists, who emphasized the urgent need for government intervention. The experts believe that a national emergency declaration would mobilize resources and attention to address the crisis effectively.

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