Choosing humanity over harm: A National Assembly’s duty to protect life, By Margaret Uddin Ojeahere

Premium Times25 October 2026, 12:45 UTCNigeria

This moment, however, presents an opportunity to demand the leadership Nigerians deserve. Nigeria does not need more punishment; it needs leaders that understand the weight of human suffering. The first step is clear: Attempted suicide must be decriminalised. People in crisis deserve care, not constraints. Criminalisation only worsens stigma, mental health problems, and hinders access […] The post Choosing humanity over harm: A National Assembly’s duty to protect life, By Margaret Uddin Ojeahere appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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