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COVID-19 Vaccination Improves Mental Health, Says Mimi Kalinda

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…“These changes have had a massive impact on our emotional well-being”

Olushola Okunlade Writes

The Covid-19 pandemic has arguably been one of the greatest challenges faced by many people in their lifetime.

There is no question that it has put enormous strain on public health systems and healthcare workers.

“It changed the way we live, socialise and work, disrupting vital aspects of our lives,” points out Mimi Kalinda, a seasoned communications professional. “These changes have had a massive impact on our emotional well-being. Bereavement, isolation, loss of income, and anxiety have triggered mental health conditions and exacerbated existing ones. Around the world, mental health started to become a growing concern for people irrespective of age, demographics or income groups.”

While Covid-19 has resulted in a growing need for mental health services globally, in Africa funding for much-needed mental health services was either disrupted or halted due to the pandemic. Mental health conditions on the continent are often not addressed due to the stigma attached to mental illness, coupled with a lack of government budget. Even before the pandemic, the continent had one of the lowest mental health public expenditure rates globally.

If the bad news is that Covid-19 exacerbated mental health, the good news is that a growing number of studies are pointing to the fact that receiving the Covid-19 vaccine results in significant improvements in mental health.

This is primarily because vaccinations have proved to reduce the risks associated with contracting Covid-19, which in turn lessens general anxiety. Those who are vaccinated are increasingly reporting reduced anxiety and depression compared to those who choose not to get vaccinated. 

US study found a 15% reduction in severe depression and a 4% reduction in mild depression once participants had received their first shot of the vaccine.

 “After a period in which many people felt disempowered, getting the vaccine and knowing you have some protection against the risk of severe disease provides a sense of control and lessens feelings of anxiety. It also provides hope that your life will return to a semblance of normality,” says Kalinda.

“All indications are that when you reduce your health risks – through the vaccine, for example – mental distress will be similarly reduced.”

Around the world businesses, restaurants, airlines, and other public establishments are starting to check people’s vaccination status, with entry reserved for those who are vaccinated.

“In a highly unpredictable environment, vaccinations appear to be the only way in which society will see a return to a semblance of normality. It is looking increasingly likely that the civil liberties we took so for granted in a pre-pandemic world will only be returned to us if we are vaccinated,” concludes Kalinda.

This article is part of a series on COVID-19 in Africa brought to you by Africa CDC in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation under the Saving Lives and Livelihoods initiative. To learn more, visit The saving lives and livelihoods page or https://africacdc-comm.org/

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Akintola Williams’ Legacies Can’t Be Forgotten, Says Sanwo-Olu

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SANWO-OLU MOURNS AKINTOLA WILLIAMS, SAYS HIS LEGACIES CAN’T BE FORGOTTEN Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has mourned the passage of the first indigenous chartered accountant and elder statesman, Akintola Williams, describing his death as colossal loss. The Governor said the legacies of Akintola Williams, who died at the age of 104 in his house in Lagos, on Monday, cannot be forgotten. Governor Sanwo-Olu in a statement issued on Monday by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, said Akintola Williams’ record of service as an accountant of repute and a leader of remarkable achievements will remain indelible for generations to come. He said the doyen of accounting in Nigeria, who founded the first indigenous chartered accounting firm in Africa, Akintola Williams & Co. in 1952 in Lagos, has brought many honours and pride to Nigeria and Africa, particularly in the financial sector during his lifetime. Governor Sanwo-Olu also hailed the late centenarian for his pioneering and pacesetting roles in the formation of many institutions in Nigeria, such as the Nigeria Stock Exchange and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN). He said: “On behalf of the government and people of Lagos State, we celebrate the departure of a great legend and the doyen of Accounting in Nigeria, Akintola Williams, who contributed his quota to the financial sector and the economy of Nigeria during his lifetime. “I commiserate with his family, friends, associates and the entire accountants in Nigeria. I pray for the repose of the soul of the late Akintola Williams and that God grants the financial sector and the deceased family, friends and associates the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.”

By Moninuola Sulaiman

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has mourned the passage of the first indigenous chartered accountant and elder statesman, Akintola Williams, describing his death as colossal loss.

The Governor said the legacies of Akintola Williams, who died at the age of 104 in his house in Lagos, on Monday, cannot be forgotten.

Governor Sanwo-Olu in a statement issued on Monday by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, said Akintola Williams’ record of service as an accountant of repute and a leader of remarkable achievements will remain indelible for generations to come.

He said the doyen of accounting in Nigeria, who founded the first indigenous chartered accounting firm in Africa, Akintola Williams & Co. in 1952 in Lagos, has brought many honours and pride to Nigeria and Africa, particularly in the financial sector during his lifetime.

Governor Sanwo-Olu also hailed the late centenarian for his pioneering and pacesetting roles in the formation of many institutions in Nigeria, such as the Nigeria Stock Exchange and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN).

He said: “On behalf of the government and people of Lagos State, we celebrate the departure of a great legend and the doyen of Accounting in Nigeria, Akintola Williams, who contributed his quota to the financial sector and the economy of Nigeria during his lifetime.

“I commiserate with his family, friends, associates and the entire accountants in Nigeria. I pray for the repose of the soul of the late Akintola Williams and that God grants the financial sector and the deceased family, friends, and associates the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.”

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Full Movie: Watch Mercy Johnson-Okojie And Daughters In The Comedy “The Birthday”

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Watch Mercy Johnson-Okojie And Daughters In The Comedy "The Birthday"
Rashidat Okunlade Writes

The Comedy “The Birthday” featuring the Beautiful Nollywood Superstar Mercy Johnson-Okojie and her daughters shows the struggles of a pregnant woman who discovered she was expecting on her birthday, her hilarious and unbelievable demands from her husband, and much more.

“The Birthday” is a Mercy Johnson Okojie Production, produced by Solomon Apete, directed by  Nonso Uzozie, and Edited by  Chikezie Prince Ukaegbu.

Starring Mercy Johnson-Okojie, Purity Okojie, Angel Okojie, Onny Michael and Stancey Danjuma.

Watch the fun-filled comedy on Mercy Johnson Okojie TV on YouTube.

https://youtu.be/mFe1JNCY_jY


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Purity, Angel Okojie Star Alongside Mum, Mercy Johnson-Okojie In Comedy “The Birthday”

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PURITY AND ANGEL OKOJIE STAR ALONGSIDE MUM, MERCY JOHNSON- OKOJIE IN THE COMEDY "THE BIRTHDAY " The Comedy "The Birthday" which features the Beautiful Nollywood Superstar Mercy Johnson- Okojie and her daughters shows the struggles of a pregnant woman who discovered she was expecting on her birthday, her hilarious and unbelievable demands from her husband and lots more. "The Birthday" is a Mercy Johnson Okojie Production, produced by Solomon Apete, directed by Nonso Uzozie and Edited by Chikezie Prince Ukaegbu. Starring Mercy Johnson-Okojie, Purity Okojie, Angel Okojie, Onny Michael and Stancey Danjuma. The Comedy is set to premiere this Friday, the 8th of September 2023 on Mercy Johnson Okojie TV on YouTube. Keep an eye out for this fun-filled comedy! and expect more content for the family such as drama, hilarious comedy and lots more on Mercy Johnson Okojie TV! Watch: https://youtu.be/M65qwvjtGiw
Rashidat Okunlade Writes
The Comedy “The Birthday” which features the Beautiful Nollywood Superstar  Mercy Johnson-Okojie and her daughters shows the struggles of a pregnant woman who discovered she was expecting on her birthday, her hilarious and unbelievable demands from her husband, and lots more.

“The Birthday” is a Mercy Johnson Okojie Production, produced by Solomon Apete, directed by  Nonso Uzozie, and Edited by  Chikezie Prince Ukaegbu.

Starring Mercy Johnson-Okojie, Purity Okojie, Angel Okojie, Onny Michael and Stancey Danjuma.

PURITY AND ANGEL OKOJIE STAR ALONGSIDE  MUM, MERCY JOHNSON- OKOJIE IN THE COMEDY "THE BIRTHDAY "

The Comedy "The Birthday" which features the Beautiful Nollywood Superstar  Mercy Johnson- Okojie and her  daughters  shows the struggles of a pregnant woman who discovered she was expecting on her birthday, her hilarious and unbelievable demands from her husband  and lots more.

"The Birthday" is a Mercy Johnson Okojie Production, produced  by Solomon Apete, directed by  Nonso Uzozie and Edited by  Chikezie Prince Ukaegbu.

Starring Mercy Johnson-Okojie, Purity Okojie, Angel Okojie, Onny Michael and Stancey Danjuma.

The Comedy  is set  to premiere  this Friday, the 8th of September 2023 on Mercy  Johnson Okojie TV on YouTube.

Keep an eye out for this fun-filled comedy! and expect more content for the family  such as  drama, hilarious comedy  and lots more on Mercy Johnson Okojie TV!

 Watch: https://youtu.be/M65qwvjtGiw

The Comedy is set to premiere this Friday, the 8th of September 2023 on Mercy  Johnson Okojie TV on YouTube.

Keep an eye out for this fun-filled comedy! and expect more content for the family such as drama, hilarious comedy, and lots more on Mercy Johnson Okojie TV!

Watch: https://youtu.be/M65qwvjtGiw

PURITY AND ANGEL OKOJIE STAR ALONGSIDE  MUM, MERCY JOHNSON- OKOJIE IN THE COMEDY "THE BIRTHDAY "

The Comedy "The Birthday" which features the Beautiful Nollywood Superstar  Mercy Johnson- Okojie and her  daughters  shows the struggles of a pregnant woman who discovered she was expecting on her birthday, her hilarious and unbelievable demands from her husband  and lots more.

"The Birthday" is a Mercy Johnson Okojie Production, produced  by Solomon Apete, directed by  Nonso Uzozie and Edited by  Chikezie Prince Ukaegbu.

Starring Mercy Johnson-Okojie, Purity Okojie, Angel Okojie, Onny Michael and Stancey Danjuma.

The Comedy  is set  to premiere  this Friday, the 8th of September 2023 on Mercy  Johnson Okojie TV on YouTube.

Keep an eye out for this fun-filled comedy! and expect more content for the family  such as  drama, hilarious comedy  and lots more on Mercy Johnson Okojie TV!

 Watch: https://youtu.be/M65qwvjtGiw

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