Month: May 2025

By: Mandy Park The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has commended the Ekiti State Government for declaring Ado-Ekiti a smoke-free city. The declaration is coming as the world marks World No Tobacco Day (WNTD) 2025 with the theme, “Unmasking the Appeal: Exposing the Tobacco Industry’s Tactics”, The milestone marks a significant step in the state’s tobacco control efforts and a model for Other Cities. CAPPA’s Executive Director, Akinbode Oluwafemi, said that Ado-Ekiti’s declaration sets a precedent for other cities to follow. He urged subnational governments nationwide to implement…

By: Emeka Okonkwo Founder/CEO, Divine Ventures Farm International, DVFI, in Umuahia, Abia state, Deacon Daniel Echewodo, has commended Abia State Governor Dr. Alex Otti for his remarkable achievements in various sectors within a short time, demonstrating his commitment to good governance. Echewodo told journalists in the state capital, Umuahia that Otti was the magic change Abians needed for positive repositioning, just as he described Otti ” as a miracle worker and game changer in terms of real development both in infrastructure and human resources development in the state.” He said…

By: Mandy Park As President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the 36 governors continue to render their midterm report, they have been reminded that they need to pay greater attention to agriculture for accelerated economic development in Nigeria. A respected academic at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike ( MOUAU), Dr Philips Nto is of the view that to end the current hunger in the land, all tiers of government must take agriculture more seriously. Dr Nto who is the Director of Agribusiness Incubation Centre (ABIC) in MOUAU noted during an…

Photo: Deacon Echewodo By: Effiong Ephraim Deacon Daniel Echewodo, Founder and CEO of Divine Ventures Farm International, has praised Governor Dr. Alex Otti for his remarkable achievements in Abia State. He said Dr Otti”s impressive leadership performance cuts across various sectors within a short time in office, demonstrating his commitment to good governance. Echewodo told journalists in the state capital, Umuahia that Otti was the magic change Abians needed for positive repositioning, just as he described Otti ” as a miracle worker and game changer in terms of real development…

By: Mandy Park A UK-based philanthropist, Chief (Mrs) Dorcas Adeyinka, has filed a lawsuit against the Nigerian Police Force and others, including, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi over alleged abuse of her fundamental human rights. The case is being heard by Justice Lewis Allagoa of the Federal High Court, Lagos State. The applicant alleges that the respondents, including ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, Force Public Relations Officer, and others, violated her fundamental human rights, including: unlawful Arrest and Detention: The applicant claims she was unlawfully arrested and detained between July 29 and August 18,…

By: Mandy Park #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria Movement, a civil society organization, has announced a mass protest on June 12 to express dissatisfaction with President Bola Tinubu’s policies, which they claim have led to widespread hunger and hardship in Nigeria. The group described the 2 years of Tinubu leadership as an unmitigated disaster, urging the masses to rise and resist the government. At a press conference to commemorate the two years of Tinubu’s government which they said has been marked by hunger, hardship, and pain, the group declared June 12 as a day…

PHOTO : Mrs Essienette receiving the Award from Prince Obinna Orji By: Mandy Park Mrs. Ugochi Bessie Essienette, Abia State Liaison Officer in Lagos, has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to society with the prestigious Igbo Ndi Oma Africa TV Award. The award acknowledges her exceptional service, integrity, and professionalism in her role. Historically, the Igbo Ndi Oma TV Award is an honour bestowed upon individuals who have demonstrated exceptional service, integrity, courage and professionalism in chosen career, advocacy or philanthropy. The Award was presented by Prince Obinna Orji,…

By: Daniel KanuEditor A recent study by the China Index has ranked Nigeria 4th among 101 countries where China has the most influence. The China Index is the first project to measure and visualize the PRC’s global influence. The 2024 edition covers 101 countries, including Nigeria, offering a nuanced view for academics, policymakers, journalists, and civil society. The research highlights China’s growing presence in Nigeria’s key sectors, including technology, law enforcement, economy, and foreign policy. The Index is published by the China in the World (CITW) network, an initiative of…