Written by Nduka Anyanwu APGA Candidate House of Representatives, Ahiazu and Ezinihite Mbaise Federal Constituency, Imo State *One* of the mistakes Nigeria must overcome is measuring development by the _number of projects commissioned rather than the value those projects create._ 1. A road that deteriorates shortly after construction is *not* sustainable development. 2. A water project without a maintenance plan is *not* sustainable development. 3. A school building without adequate learning facilities is *incomplete* development. 4. A healthcare facility without equipment and personnel *cannot* deliver the intended health outcomes. The real question is not simply: *"How many projects were delivered?"* The more important question is: *"What changed in the lives of our people because those projects were delivered?"* That is the standard by which leadership should be judged. *A New Approach for Ahiazu and Ezinihite Mbaise* I believe our constitue...
Relief International Africa Stands On Solidarity With Mrs. Kunemofa Asu: A Call For Decorum, Family Privacy And Responsible Public Conduct
Special Report written by Green Isaac, Director, Relief International Africa Our Children Must Not Become the Casualties of Public Disputes Relief International Africa has taken note of recent public statements and social-media discussions concerning the reported marital difficulties and divorce proceedings involving renowned Gospel musician Mr. Asu Ekiye and his wife, Mrs. Kunemofa Asu. As a human-rights and community-development organisation committed to the protection of human dignity, responsible leadership, peacebuilding and the welfare of families, we believe that this matter requires restraint, maturity and sensitivity, particularly because children and public personalities are involved. We wish to make our position clear from the outset: Relief International Africa does not intend to determine the facts or merits of the marital dispute, nor do we take sides on matters properly before the courts. We respect the right of every individual to seek legal redress and to te...