Introduction The ability to lead happy lives is intricately tied to our mental health, a vital component of human well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act daily. It also influences our relationships, productivity, and overall quality of life.[1]…
CHELD and CSOnetMADE Support the Return of Nigerians from South Africa The aircraft touched down in the early hours of the morning. On board, over 200 Nigerians walked off a flight from South Africa. Many were clutching bags they had…
In Nigeria, an estimated 10,000 people die by suicide annually approximately 5.0 per 100,000, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO)[1]. For every death, there are at least 20 attempts, meaning that approximately 200,000 Nigerians may attempt suicide each year.…
Our aim is to foster resilience and independence through a safety net that promotes dignity, hope, and opportunities. In line with our objective, we successfully intervened and secured the release of a 30-year-old lady who was remanded in the custody…
It was a pleasure to welcome Aaron R. Schwid, Director of Public Health Law at Vital Strategies, to our CHELD office. His visit provided a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas, share experiences, and discuss innovative approaches to advancing public health.…
As part of our ongoing work on migration, Prof. Cheluchi Onyemelukwe moderated a panel session at the National Migration Dialogue in Abuja, where stakeholders from government, civil society, academia, and development partners gathered to launch the Revised National Migration Policy…
Last year, CHELD supported the development of the National Referral Mechanism (NRM), an important framework designed to strengthen protection for vulnerable migrants, including victims of trafficking. At a stakeholder meeting in Abuja, attended by key actors in Nigeria’s migration space,…
On March 3, 2026, the Civil Society Network on Migration and Development (CSOnetMADE) – Lagos Chapter paid an advocacy visit to the International Organization for Migration Nigeria office in Ikeja, Lagos. The visit created an opportunity for meaningful dialogue on…
Centre for Health Ethics Law and Development (CHELD) attended the inaugural meeting of the Civil Society Network on Migration and Development (CSOnetMADE) Lagos Chapter. The meeting brought together civil society organisations working on migration and development in Lagos to discuss…
The Centre for Health Ethics and Law Development (CHELD), with the support of International IDEA, convened a National dialogue as part of its broader research and stakeholder engagement on juvenile justice reform in Nigeria. The dialogue was prompted by the…
Disability constitutes a significant public health and human rights concern worldwide, with profound implications in low and middle-income countries, including Nigeria. Globally, approximately 1.3 billion individuals, representing 16% of the population, experience significant disabilities, a figure projected to increase due to…