Walk Against Suicide: YAPJEN Inspires Hope

Walk Against Suicide: YAPJEN Inspires Hope

A Good Governance, Human Rights and Social Justice Advocacy Group, Youth Advocates for Peace, Justice and Empowerment Network (YAPJEN) on Monday, 24th June carried out a walk against suicide in Anambra State, Nigeria.

The Sensitization and walk which is themed “Inspirehope” and
“Stopsuicide” began from Nnamdi Azikiwe University School gate, Ifite through to Aroma Junction and Government House Awka in the state capital, the advocacy group who all came out en masse to raise the awareness for the sudden increase in the rate of suicide, amongst the Nigerian Youths, sensitized and educated the citizens against giving in to Depression and gave them reasons to aspire for Greatness, and holding their dreams at high esteem.

Briefing newsmen at the event, Amb Timothy Nwachukwu , YAPJEN admonished the Youths not to give up on their dreams and condemned the act of young people taking their own lives.

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“Suicide is not an option, don’t allow depression to ruin your dreams, the nation needs you, Your family loves you, suicide is not an option” the Ambassador said.

He identified depression and frustration as some of the reasons why young people take their lives, he also recounted that over 13 young people and 42 others have taken to suicide in the last six months in Nigeria.

He further called on the
Government to provide certificate backed loans to jobless Undergraduates, promote sporting activities that will discourage suicidal attempts, create jobs, provide basic amenities and other essential facilities to make life meaningful for the average Nigerian.

Also speaking, Advocate Udochukwu Ofomata, the P.R.O of YAPJEN, reiterated on the Youths not to give up on their dreams, say no to depression and live their dreams.

In his own words: “Our message is very clear. The Youths should say no to depression and stand up to live their dreams.”

Also, Amb Ifesinachi Sabina Okonkwo, the Director of Finance of YAPJEN , other members of the group, well meaning Nigerians and the Youths also expressed their optimism for a better tomorrow and a great future.

If you will recall, the rate of suicide in the nation has become unbearable as , at the least provocation and annoyance, people just resort in taking their lives in a bid to end their pains.

She stated that Posterity will be kind to YAPJEN for their efforts in making positive impacts amongst the youths and for aiding the Government in providing a sustainable environment, where everyone can make progress relatively, ensuring a peaceful coexistence amongst Nigerians.

Speaking to newsmen Rotr. Solomon Nwojiji the President of Rotaract Unizik and Comrade Collins the SDG Unizik Coordinator called on the relevant Agencies of the state government to rise to the occasion and stem the growing rate of suicide prevalent among the youths.

YAPJEN Is a human right, good governance, social justice, information sharing, research and capacity building advocacy Organization registered with Corporate Affairs Commission Abuja.

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The group was founded by Amb. Timothy Nwachukwu who also serves as her Chairman, board of Trustees, on the premise of promoting human rights, alleviating poverty, promoting peaceful societies, providing justice for all and can be reached via 08097311499 and youthadvocatesnetwork@gmail.com

:copyright: Joshua Nicholas, A Freelance Journalist cum blogger based in Awka and Member Youth Advocates For Peace Justice And Empowerment Network (YAPJEN).