Day: March 18, 2026

Odunzeh Unveils Reform Agenda Ahead of 2027, Calls for End to Mediocrity in Politics

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Photo: Hon. Uche Odunzeh By Mandy Park A political figure and reform advocate, Hon. Uche Ben Odunzeh, has outlined a forward-looking vision for governance ahead of the 2027 elections, calling for a decisive shift away from what he described as “waste and unproductive celebration of mediocrity” in Nigeria’s political culture. Speaking as part of his “Project 2027” initiative, Odunzeh stressed the need to overhaul the nation’s electoral orientation, urging citizens to prioritize competence, credibility, and long-term development over superficial displays of political strength. According to him, meaningful change can only…

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Opinion: Unregulated Food Environment: Nigeria is Eating Itself to Death

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Photo: Humphrey Ukeaja By Humphrey Ukeaja There is a quiet epidemic running alongside Nigeria’s more publicised health crises. It does not arrive in sudden outbreaks or make international emergency headlines. It builds slowly, meal by meal, sip by sip, until it arrives as a stroke at the age of 45, a diabetes diagnosis at 38 years, a hypertension prescription that a household cannot reasonably afford. Non-communicable diseases now account for 29 percent of all deaths in Nigeria. Cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, stroke, and diet-related cancers are rising rapidly among…

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Rep Akiba Congratulates Gov Otu on NIPR National Patron Investiture

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Photo: Gov Otu at the NIPR investiture By: Mandy Park The Member representing Calabar Municipality/Odukpani Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Bassey Akiba, has congratulated Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, on his investiture as National Patron of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations. In a statement made available to the media, Akiba described the honour as a well-deserved recognition of the governor’s commitment to excellence in governance, strategic communication, and people-centred leadership. He commended Otu’s efforts in fostering public trust, promoting inclusiveness, and strengthening government-citizen relations through effective…

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