Renowned Nigerian rapper MI Abaga has brought attention to the widespread issue of mental health struggles within the entertainment industry.
In a recent interview, he highlighted the vulnerability of individuals working in the creative field to such challenges.
MI Abaga emphasized that artists, in particular, are at risk of facing mental health issues due to the relentless cycle of rejection, feelings of despair, and exposure to negativity that they frequently experience.
He emphasized that the situation exacerbates for successful artists, leading many to resort to drug abuse as a coping mechanism.
Creatives are generally more at risk of mental health challenges to the extent that even when we are in the middle of it, there is no support. We face a lot of rejection, hopelessness and negativity. Yet, when one becomes successful, it gets even worse.
The problem is so big and many artists are turning to drug abuse. We need to tackle the issue collectively to find ways to help creatives in Nigeria and Africa when faced with rejection,” MI Abaga said.
MI Abaga went on to address the need for decentralization in the entertainment industry as a means of fostering its growth and development.
