Chude Jideonwo Launches Memoir on Mental Health in Lagos

Chude Jideonwo, founder of the Viral Talk Show and Fourth Mainland Creator Fund, launched his memoir "How Depression Saved My Life" on January 29, 2026, in Ikoyi, Lagos. The event marked the first stop of an eight-city global tour and attracted influential figures from various sectors, including Funke Akindele, Toyosi Etim, Effiong Denrel, Olumide Akpata, MI Abaga, Shaffy Bello, Pat Utomi, and Jimi Agbaje.

The launch featured a virtual global book release on Saturday, January 24, allowing audiences worldwide to participate. The discussions centered on mental health, emotional truths, and the impact of public scrutiny on personal journeys.

MI Abaga interviewed Jideonwo, exploring his experiences with depression and how they reshaped his understanding of success and purpose. The memoir is available for purchase on Amazon and aims to foster conversations about mental health.

The ongoing tour will include stops in cities such as Abuja, Port Harcourt, Cape Town, Accra, London, Manchester, Berlin, New York, and Toronto.