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Empowering Workplaces: Legal Perspective On The Nigerian Mental Health Act 2021 And It’s Implications For Employers
The Mental Health Act 2023 (the “Act”) marks a significant milestone in Nigeria’s mental health policy landscape. Previously, Nigerian employment laws did not specifically address the needs of employees experiencing mental health conditions. Notably, the Nigerian Labour Act, which serves as the primary statute for employment relations, and the Employee Compensation Act 2010 both lacked specific provisions regarding mental health.

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