Christian Group Tackles Mental Health Issues In Plateau Communities

A group under the aegis of Christian Counsellors and Caregivers Alliance of Nigeria (CCCAN) has stated that the organisation’s vision is to provide Professional Christian Counseling and Caregiving Services to tackle mental health challenges in communities in Nigeria.

The national president of CCCAN, Rev. Enock Adamu made the disclosure at Government House Chapel Jos during its first inauguration and induction of foundation members.

He stressed the importance of collaboration with the government in addressing trauma and mental health issues in the country, adding that CCCAN members operate irrespective of religion or tribe.

The event, themed “Healing the Broken, Equipping the Called,” aims to promote Christian counseling and caregiving in Nigeria.

Adamu urged the Plateau State Government to recognise and partner with CCCAN to provide training and certification for caregivers.

He noted that CCCAN has trained 223 individuals, with 20 becoming fellows, and has participants from Cameroon and Liberia UK and the rest.

Chairman of the Board of Trustees of CCCAN, Prof Sunday Agang, charged the inductees to be ambassadors of Christ and provide solutions to mental health issues affecting individuals and communities.

He emphasised the need for proper counseling to address the economic and security challenges facing the country.

Agang noted that mental health is a major issue and challenge in Nigeria. He said CCCAN aims to raise awareness and provide support to those affected just as he urged the government to support and partner with Christian counsellors and caregivers alliance of Nigeria CCCAN to help reduce and tackle mental health problems in Nigeria.