Nigerian politician, and presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party 2019, Atiku Abubakar has openly expressed his concern on the increasing rate of suicide in the country.
The 72-year-old former Vice President took to his Twitter page to urge Nigerian parents and the community to keep a watchful eye on young people in order to curb depression at its early stage.
He wrote:
“The rate of suicide among our youth is worrisome. I believe that as parents and community, we need to pay close attention for early signs of depression among our young people, particularly in this depressing times. -AA “
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The rate of suicide among our youth is worrisome. I believe that as parents and community, we need to pay close attention for early signs of depression among our young people, particularly in this depressing times. -AA https://t.co/m5PCZFl4MO
— Atiku Abubakar (@atiku) May 21, 2019
Recall that it was reported last week that a music minister identified as Michael Arowosaiye reportedly committed suicide as a result of financial issues and failing to pay his house rent.
Likewise, it was reported that a student of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), Chukwuemeka Ugwuoke sadly took his life on May 13, 2019. Always remember that suicide is never an option.
