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Nigeria

Mental-health support in Nigeria

Emergency and mental-health support options for people in Nigeria.

Last reviewed: 9 September 2026

If there is immediate danger

If there is immediate danger, call 112 for emergency help.

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Support options

National Emergency Hotline

National emergency number.

Mentally Aware Nigeria Initiative

Mental-health helpline information and crisis support signposting.

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What to do next

+ If there is immediate danger, call 112.
+ If you need mental-health support, check local helpline options through Nigerian Mental Health resources.
+ If you are worried you might hurt yourself, stay with another person while you contact support.

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