How a Nigerian Spiritualist Approaches Depression Today - Olatokunboh Obasi

Depression is often discussed in clinical terms, but many people first encounter it through religion, prayer, or spiritual counsel. In this conversation, Nigerian spiritualist Olatokunboh Obasi and I examine what happens when mental health is framed primarily as a spiritual problem. We talk about faith, responsibility, healing, and the limits of spiritual explanations when someone is struggling psychologically. The discussion challenges easy narratives on both sides and asks uncomfortable questions about care, blame, and silence. This episode is for listeners interested in mental health, spirituality, and the cultural tension between the two—especially in African and faith-centered contexts. But the Goldmine: Hustles For Africans here: https://dialogueswithjagero.com/goldmine Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3mEX7L5GcOnX7LVYYlHlaw/join Wanna support the channel: Mpesa Till Number: 5253673 Or Buy Me Coffee here: buymeacoffee.com/jagero