Decriminalisation of attempted suicide: All eyes on NASS

At the 80th United Nations General Assembly High-Level Political Declaration Meeting on Non-Communicable Diseases and Mental Health, Nigeria reaffirmed its commitment to expand access to mental health services for millions of citizens. The country also expressed its intention to transition away from punitive suicide laws. The article highlights that all eyes are now on the National Assembly (NASS) to decriminalise attempted suicide.

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