By Mandy Park Civil society organisations have called on the Federal and state governments to introduce mandatory salt reduction targets and clear front-of-pack warning labels on processed foods to protect Nigerians from rising cases of diet-related diseases. The call was made by the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA), Network for Health Equity and Development (NHED), and the Centre for Communication and Social Impact (CCSI) in a joint statement issued to mark this year’s World Consumer Rights Day. The groups said the 2026 theme, “Safe Products, Confident Consumers,” highlights…
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Why I Visited Tinubu at Aso Villa – Gowon
Photo: Gowon and Tinubu during their meeting By: Mandy Park Former Nigerian Head of State, Yakubu Gowon, on Saturday met with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, saying his visit was primarily to commend the President for what he described as ongoing efforts to improve the country. Speaking with journalists after the meeting at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa, Gowon said he came to express appreciation for the work the Tinubu administration is doing across various sectors of national life. According to the former military leader,…
Read MoreAbia APC United, Poised to Win Presidential, Governorship Polls in 2027 – Kalu
Photo: Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu By Mandy Park The Senator representing Abia North in the National Assembly, Orji Uzor Kalu, has declared that the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State is more united than ever and determined to secure victory in the 2027 presidential and governorship elections in the state. Kalu made the declaration on Friday in his hometown of Igbere, Bende Local Government Area of Abia State, while addressing members of the Reality Organisation, the OUK Movement and other APC stakeholders from across the state during their first…
Read MoreNdoma-Egba at 70: Milestone celebration for a quintessential leader
Photo: Sen. Ndoma-Egba cutting the birthday cake By Michael Jegede On March 8, 2026, the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman Governing Council of Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), Senator Victor Ndoma-Egba, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), quintessential leader, and esteemed statesman, marked a significant milestone in his life as he celebrated his 70th birthday. The occasion was a testament to his dedication to public service and leadership. A prominent figure in Nigerian politics and former Senate Leader, Ndoma-Egba, who belongs to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), has served in various positions…
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