5 Things We Learned from Foluso Ogunwale at The Mental Health Conference
As CEO and Founder of iFitness Center, Foluso Ogunwale offered a perspective rooted in the body; how movement, wellness, and community can help rewire the mind after trauma. His reflections revealed that healing is not only emotional work; it’s also physical, deliberate, and disciplined. Why Fitness and Accountability Are Essential […]
5 Things We Learned from Dr. Babi Awosika at The Mental Health Conference
Dr. Babi Awosika, an Occupational Health Doctor and Company Medical Doctor for Nestlé Nigeria Plc, brought both professional insight and personal truth to the conversation. Her story bridged the clinical and the human — reminding us that even those who heal others sometimes face invisible battles of their own. Why […]
5 Things We Learned from Dr. Olugbenga Owoeye at The Mental Health Conference
Trauma is not just a personal burden — it is a public-health crisis. In his keynote address, “National Roadmap for Trauma Care and Mental Health Inclusion,” Dr. Olugbenga Owoeye outlined a bold direction for Nigeria’s future: one where emotional recovery and national development are inseparable. Dr. Owoeye who represented the […]
5 Things We Learned from Olumide Akpata at The Mental Health Conference
When Olumide Akpata, former President of the Nigerian Bar Association, took the stage at The Mental Health Conference, he did not come to make a political statement — he came to make a human one. Speaking to an audience of professionals, policymakers, and everyday people gathered under the theme “Trauma: […]
5 Things We Learned from Dr. May At The Mental Health Conference 3.0
When Dr. Maymunah Kadiri spoke at The Mental Health Conference, the energy in the room shifted. It wasn’t the usual keynote cadence—it was a quiet reckoning. She spoke not from a pedestal, but from a place of deep knowing, reminding everyone that healing isn’t an endpoint but a lifelong conversation […]
5 Things We Learned from Dr. Sylvanus Jatto at The Mental Health Conference
Dr. Sylvanus Jatto, Medical and Wellbeing Consultant to Stanbic IBTC Holdings, shared reflections that bridged the personal and the professional — reminding everyone that conversations about trauma are as relevant in the boardroom as they are in the therapist’s office. He began with a personal story that quietly underscored resilience: […]
Building Resilience
“Life doesn’t get easier, but you get stronger.” Building resilience is a powerful way to navigate life’s challenges and come out stronger on the other side. Resilience is not about avoiding adversity, but about developing the skills and mindset to cope with it. What is Resilience? Resilience is the ability […]
Monday Blues? No Way!
Mondays can be tough, but they don’t have to get you down. Instead of dreading the start of the week, let’s flip the script and make Mondays a fresh start. Why Do We Get the Monday Blues? – The weekend is over, and we’re back to reality. – We’re feeling […]
Men’s mental health: Shattering stereotypes and building support for men’s mental health
June marks Men’s Mental Health Month, a crucial time to address the stigma surrounding men’s mental well-being. Societal expectations and traditional masculinity norms often hinder men from acknowledging and confronting their emotional challenges. It’s time to break the silence and foster open dialogue. Understanding the Challenges Men’s mental health is […]