I know I haven't updated in a long time but want to say that my two week trip to Nigeria was a success. I am so humbled and blessed to be able to do what I do! While in Nigeria I was able to do so many things, work on projects anD really make a difference.

I had an opportunity to meet with Newly appointed Commandant General of Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corp. NSCDC, Abdullahi Muhammadu in Abuja Nigeria. We discussed the important of EAP and drug policy in the work place and schools. Things are moving in a positive direction for Nigeria and we are tackling the stigma about mental health and substances abuse in the society. This was an amazing and enlightening experience.

I had an opportunity to fly to Lagos, Nigeria to Lagos University for the Association of Psychiatrist Nigeria for their 4th annual scientific conference. During our stay their promoting our NGO Reconnect HDI and Synapse Services an old patient of mine Majek Fashek a famous reggae artist came to support our efforts. He spoke to the individuals at the conference and gave a surprise performance.

I also was able to travel to Suleja in Tafa Niger state, Nigeria for our first company team bonding day. It was a blast and had a lot of fun. It was amazing to see everyone coming together and working as a team.

I also had time to follow up with all of my current patients and 3 patients who had been discharged from our program. It was amazing to see my past patients still coming for groups weekly and participating in the program and doing well. One patient has been now drug free 7 months. I am so very proud of them.

Till the next visit. ....