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Outrage as MOUAU Council Chair Moves VC Interview to Abuja …Ex-Abia SSG Alleges Possible Compromise

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Photo: Dr. Alex Otti, Abia State Gov. By: Mandy Park The decision by the Chairman of the Governing Council of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU), Comrade Fidelis Edeh, to relocate the interview of candidates for the position of the institution’s 7th Vice-Chancellor from the university campus to Abuja has sparked widespread outrage. A statement issued on Wednesday announced the change of venue and gave the aspirants one week to prepare for the trip to the Federal Capital Territory. It is estimated that the university may spend over N50…

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When Zamfara State prepares graves instead of protection

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Photo: President Bola Tinubu By: Usman-Leman As journalists, we are trained not merely to read words, but to interrogate meaning, intent and consequence. This skill is most vital when examining government budgets, which often reveal truths that official speeches carefully avoid. Budgets are political and moral documents; they show what leaders value when resources are limited and choices are unavoidable. The 2026 budget of the Zamfara State Government offers such a revealing moment. Among its allocations is a provision of ₦1 billion for the construction of ultramodern cemeteries. On paper,…

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Nigeria’s electoral system should work since banks can function seamlessly says Obi

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Photo: Obi with other activists during the protest in Abuja By: Daniel Kanu Former Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate Mr Peter Obi said on Tuesday that if banks can function seamlessly across the country, then Nigeria’s electoral process should be able to do the same, as he renewed calls for urgent electoral reforms ahead of the 2027 general elections. Obi made the remarks in Abuja after joining a group of protesters at the National Assembly Complex on Monday. The demonstration, said to be organised by members of the Obidient Movement…

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MOUAU Promotion Row: Tinubu Is My Last Hope, Says Nto

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Photo: President Bola Tinubu By: Mandy Park Senior lecturer at the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU), Dr. Philips Nto, has said his decision to petition President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over his delayed promotion to the rank of professor was taken as a last resort after years of frustration. Nto, who said he has been due for promotion since 2021, explained that as the Visitor to the university, President Tinubu remains the final authority capable of resolving the matter, accusing the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Comrade…

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Electoral Act amendment: Kukah Centre, Yiaga Africa, TAF, 4 other CSOs want Reps’ version of electoral act

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Photo: Coalition members at the briefing By: Mandy Park …Insist on real-time e-transmission of election results A coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs), including the Centre for Media and Society (CEMESO), The Kukah Centre, International Press Centre (IPC), Elect Her, Nigerian Women Trust Fund, TAF Africa and Yiaga Africa, have risen against members of the Senate, demanding immediate action on some sections of the 2025 Electoral Bill, particularly the sections that deal with electronic transmission of election results from the polling unit to a dedicated server for transparency and accountability.…

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Alex Otti and Governance Driven by Data, Not Guesswork

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Photo: Gov. Alex Otti By Daniel Kanu For decades, Abia State was a textbook example of wasted potential. Although the state has had several governors, little was achieved, aside from some commendable efforts during the tenure of Chief Theodore Orji. The truth is that today, Governor Alex Otti has raised the bar in governance, to the excitement of the people. Endowed with industrious citizens, strategic commercial hubs, and enormous human capital, the state nonetheless struggled under the weight of poor infrastructure, weak institutions, and a governance culture that delivered little…

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CAPPA Hails Commissioning of Nigeria’s First PCBs Treatment Facility, Calls for Scale-Up and Strict Enforcement

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Photo: CAPPA  Executive Director, Oluwafemi Akinbode By: Mandy Park Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has commended the Federal Government for commissioning Nigeria’s first dedicated Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) treatment facility in Abuja, describing it as a major milestone in the country’s chemicals and waste management framework. The facility, established under the supervision of the Federal Ministry of Environment in collaboration with the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), was inaugurated on Thursday, December 18, 2025. In a statement issued on Monday, CAPPA noted that…

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Obi Slams Senate Over Electronic Transmission Vote, Urges Nigerians to Remain Vigilant

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Photo: Mr Peter Obi By: Mandy Park Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, has criticised the Senate’s rejection of a proposal to make electronic transmission of election results mandatory, describing the decision as a calculated move to weaken Nigeria’s democracy ahead of the 2027 general elections. Obi in a statement said his reaction to the Senate’s action was delayed by the tragic killing of more than 150 people in communities in Kwara State. He offered prayers for the victims and said the incident underscored the depth of Nigeria’s…

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High Sodium in Packaged Foods Driving Chronic Diseases, Lifelong Disability — Experts Warn

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Photo: CAPPA By Mandy Park Public health experts and food scientists have warned that the rising consumption of packaged foods high in sodium is fuelling the increase in non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in Nigeria, particularly cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), which often result in lifelong disability. They noted that NCDs account for about 29 per cent of deaths in Nigeria, with 11 per cent linked to cardiovascular conditions. Data also show that approximately 27 per cent of Nigerian adults are overweight or obese, while childhood obesity exceeds 30 per cent in some urban…

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E-Transmission: FixPolitics Condemns Senate’s ‘Attack on Electoral Integrity,’ Demands Mandatory Restoration

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E-Transmission: FixP Photo: Goodwill Akpabio, Senate President By: Mandy Park The #FixPolitics initiative has condemned the Senate’s reported rejection of mandatory electronic transmission of election results, describing it as a direct assault on electoral integrity and public trust. In a statement issued at the weekend by its Executive Director, FixPolitics Africa, Anthony Ubani, the group said Nigerians were rightfully angered by what transpired during the consideration of the Electoral Act amendment, insisting the episode was neither a misunderstanding nor a technical lapse. According to the initiative, the Senate delivered confusion,…

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