By Humphrey Ukeaja Across Nigeria, from the bustling streets of Lagos to the quiet neighbourhoods of Enugu and the vibrant markets of Kano, ultra-processed food (UPF) companies are saturating the country with flashy adverts for sugary drinks, snacks and products targeted at children. These items are everywhere—in schools, churches, and on social media—and they are […]
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By Chris Nwedo Many are dissatisfied with the notion that the leadership of IPOB (Indigenous People of Biafra) has not adequately aligned the tools of the struggle with methods that are natural to its cause. Some leaders seem to have created an impression that internal disdain, invective-laden language, and the use of degrading expressions are […]
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By Chris Nwedo Written in July 2016 It is not wrong, but rather an obligation of enormous importance, for people who feel deprived, marginalized, or oppressed to actively work towards rectifying their ill-treatment. It is essential to rise, determined, against any potent threat to one’s comfort and existence. It is a duty to save […]
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By Chris Nwedo Written in 2015 In the aftermath of the 2015 general elections, numerous commentators criticized Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, not just for his perceived inability to retain the presidency, but also for his willingness to concede defeat to his main challenger, Muhammadu Buhari. Even today, Jonathan is disparaged in certain quarters for refraining […]
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By Chris Nwedo Nigeria is currently grappling with intense violence, widespread poverty, widespread and criminal expropriation of national resources, and rampant political mismanagement. What is particularly alarming about these developments is their pervasive nature and the apparent inability to control them. In the face of these grave national crises, the government has offered conflicting responses, […]
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By Chris Nwedo The political landscape in Cameroon has been far from inspiring. It has been a painful history of undemocratic governance, marked by one totalitarian regime displacing another even more imprudent. In 1982, Paul Biya succeeded Ahmadou Ahidjo, who had ruled Cameroon for 22 years. Like many political despots, Biya has maintained his grip […]
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By Chris Nwedo In many African states, corruption is widely regarded as a hallmark of failed governance. It is one of the greatest obstacles to establishing the structures necessary for democracy and good governance to thrive. Corruption impedes genuine economic growth and social development, while simultaneously undermining Africa’s democratic systems. No country on the […]
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