There are 4 helplines you can call in Nigeria if you're feeling lonely. Everyone feels lonely sometimes and there's no shame in seeking support. Loneliness can look like:

Feeling that life is meaningless.
Feeling extremely tired and even burnt out when you try to socialize.
Feeling hopeless, like you'll be lonely forever.
Feeling that nobody "gets" you.
Feeling frustrated, anxious or irritable.
Feeling that your physical and/or mental health is suffering.
Feeling a sense of emptiness like there's a void that needs to be filled.
A lack of close friends.

Nobody is immune to loneliness, not even social butterflies. Loneliness is usually experienced when you feel emotionally disconnected from others. Feeling disconnected from others can make you feel empty, like there's a painful void in your life that needs to be filled.

Talking to someone who cares about what you're experiencing can help you feel less alone. Calling a hotline will connect you with someone like this. Helpline volunteers and counselors in Nigeria will offer you a listening ear and will work through difficult emotions with you.

If you feel like you might need support with your feelings of loneliness, try reaching out to a hotline in Nigeria. It's free and confidential.