By John Offiong In every democracy, criticism is not only inevitable but also necessary. Every responsible government requires the voices of critics to identify shortcomings, improve policies, and ensure that governance remains responsive to the aspirations of the people. Constructive criticism strengthens democracy because it keeps leaders accountable. However, there is a clear distinction between…
By Adémólá Òrúnbon At a recent gathering of pen professionals and press briefing by a collective of health-oriented Non-Governmental Organisations, NGOs, under the aegis of the Trust and Support Foundation (TSF) with the support of the Amplify Change, fearful details about the status of the healthcare delivery system of Nigeria were revealed, though expressed shock…
The liberal-globalists want Poland to become a junior partner of the Franco-German Entente, the conservatives want to become it to become the US’ junior partner, while populist-nationalists prefer that Poland multi-align between the EU and US while practicing an independent eastern policy. By Andrew Korybko The announcement that France and Poland will hold regular nuclear…
By Inyali Peter, PhD For decades, Cross River State has suffered from a development culture where every administration arrives with its own ideas, abandons existing projects and starts fresh monuments to political identity. The result has been waste, abandoned assets and a state constantly restarting its journey instead of building steadily towards a clear destination….
By Kingsley Agim The recent outburst by a factional Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Cross River State, Barr. Venatius Ikem, in criticising the Cross River health sector under Governor Bassey Otu, is not only misleading but also a desperate attempt by a failed opposition to distort facts and divert attention from the…
