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Nigeria
Mental-health support in Nigeria
Emergency and mental-health support options for people in Nigeria.
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If there is immediate danger
If there is immediate danger, call 112 for emergency help.
Thrive & Rise is not an emergency service. This page is here to help you find trusted support quickly.
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Quick answer for Nigeria
If you are looking for mental-health support in Nigeria, start with the emergency guidance if anyone may be in immediate danger. For non-emergency emotional or crisis support, this page lists support options such as National Emergency Hotline and keeps source links visible so details can be checked.
Emergency number: 112
First support route: Call 112
Use the source links before sharing, because support details can change.
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These phrases are a simple translation aid, not a professional medical translation. If there is immediate danger, use the emergency number on this page.
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National Emergency Hotline
National emergency number.
Call 112Mentally Aware Nigeria Initiative
Mental-health helpline information and crisis support signposting.
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Mental-health support in Nigeria
What emergency number should I use in Nigeria? +
If there is immediate danger, call 112 for emergency help.
Where can I find mental-health support in Nigeria? +
For non-emergency support in Nigeria, start with the support options listed on this page. A first route to try is National Emergency Hotline: Call 112.
Is Thrive & Rise an emergency service in Nigeria? +
No. Thrive & Rise is a signposting platform, not an emergency service, crisis line, medical provider or replacement for professional care. If someone may be in immediate danger, use the emergency number for Nigeria first.
What if I do not understand English? +
Use your browser translate option, show the language-support phrases on this page to someone nearby, or ask a trusted person to help you contact local support. The translated phrases are a simple aid, not professional medical translation.