The Lagos State Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment has advised its officials to pay attention to their mental health in order to remain productive in discharge of their duties and useful individuals to their families and society at large.
According to a statement made available on Sunday, Dr Biodun Onayele, Permanent Secretary of the ministry, gave the charge during a two-day training organized for all members of staff, held at the STO Resource Centre, Alausa, Ikeja, at the weekend.
Onayele said, “This programme is not just another event on our calendar, it is a call to action; it is an opportunity for us to come together as a team, to share our experiences, to learn from experts in the field, and to equip ourselves with tools that will help us navigate the complex landscape of mental well-being.”
Similarly, he urged the participants at the training to ensure that the advocacy on mental health awareness didn’t end with the programme.
“It should be seen as a catalyst for ongoing efforts to prioritize and promote emotional well-being within the workplace.
“Just as we invest in professional development, we shall also invest in nurturing the health of our minds and hearts,” Onayele added.
The Director of Admin and Human Resources of the ministry, Mrs Aderonke Bello, stated that the training was organized to further draw the attention of the staff to the need to pay attention to issues of mental health and well-being, in view of recent happenings.
