A Nigerian woman has made an emotional appeal for help after revealing that her younger brother has been battling drug addiction and severe mental health challenges since gaining admission into the University of Lagos (UNILAG) in 2019.
In a heartfelt post shared on social media, the woman said she had spent nearly seven years trying to help her brother in private but could no longer cope with the burden. According to her, his condition worsened in 2020, just months after he began his studies, and he has since become violent, destructive, and difficult to manage.
“My last resort. I have privately tried to seek help for my brother, but it seems that the more I try, the worse he gets. My brother struggles with drug addiction, and it all started in 2019 when he gained admission into the University of Lagos (UNILAG).”
She explained that her brother has been admitted to several psychiatric facilities, including the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Abeokuta, Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Yaba, private psychiatric hospitals in Gbagada and Concept One, as well as the psychiatric ward at the 68 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital, Yaba. She also said they recently sought spiritual intervention at Zion Ministry, but his condition reportedly deteriorated shortly after he returned home.
Describing herself as her brother’s primary caregiver, the woman said she has been responsible for taking him from one hospital to another while also responding whenever members of the public call about his behaviour.
“Today is the 27th of July, 2026, and as I speak to you, my brother has become violent, destructive, and increasingly difficult to manage. It’s a lot. It’s a lot that I’ve had to deal with.”
She added that her brother often roams the streets unclothed, damages people’s property, and causes public disturbances, leaving her emotionally and physically exhausted.
“I’m tired. I am genuinely tired, and I need help. That’s why I’m finally bringing this to the public. We’ve tried everything.”
The woman said her responsibilities have taken a heavy toll on her life and family, stressing that her child’s safety must now come first.
“I’m done being the sacrificial lamb. I’m done being the one who has to take care of everyone while nobody cares about me. My child is my number one priority, and her safety means everything to me.”
Her emotional appeal has drawn sympathy online, with many Nigerians urging relevant authorities, mental health professionals, and well-meaning individuals to support the family.
