Tag: Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA)
CAPPA raises alarm over surge in vapes, nicotine pouches
The warning came on Thursday in Lagos at the launch of a report titled New Smoke Trap: New and Emerging…
Festive marketing fuels Nigeria’s health crisis, CAPPA warns
“Nigeria must reclaim its public spaces, regulate its food environment, and place public health above corporate profit.”
Lagos Demolitions: CAPPA decries police crackdown, demands suspension of CP
CAPPA stated that the Commissioner of Police appeared to have taken personal offence at Soweto’s public criticism of the continued…
CAPPA decries deepening rights violations in Nigeria
The statement concluded by encouraging government, civil society and partners across sectors to pursue practical solutions that rebuild trust, close…
COP11: Global experts warn Nigeria, others – “keep big polluters out of treaty talks”
They urged governments attending COP11 and COP30 to strengthen conflict-of-interest rules, adopt and expand liability measures, ensure corporations cannot shape…
Nigeria not a dumping ground: Groups warn against tobacco industry’s new nicotine tactics
The statement noted that global evidence consistently shows that comprehensive tobacco control policies, not alternative product marketing, drive quitting rates…
We’ve lost a true people’s General – CAPPA pays tribute to Aremu
He often reminded us that water is not a product to be sold but a right that belongs to every…
Warning Alarm: One-third of Nigerian adults have high blood pressure
“We urge policymakers to put people before profits by adopting strong food and tobacco control measures. Protecting our hearts means…
Chevron’s Ilaje oil spill sparks outrage
According to the letter, affected areas have experienced extensive water pollution, the destruction of marine ecosystems, and long-term damage to…
Ojude Oba Festival: CAPPA urges ban on smoking, tobacco ads
“Across Nigeria, local media continues to document young smokers struggling with anxiety, psychological distress, and antisocial behaviours.”
Lagos water MOU lacks transparency, says CAPPA
The nongovernmental organisation (NGO) called for transparency about the deal, saying the Lagos State government owed its taxpayers a duty…
Salt Awareness Week: CAPPA urges Fed Govt to accelerate salt reduction targets regulation
World Salt Awareness Week is observed from May 12th to 18th and aims to raise awareness about the impact of…
What govt must do with healthcare funding, food policies- CAPPA
"As things stand, Nigeria is off track to meet global survival targets by 2030, but by implementing healthy food policies,…
World Bank funded water sector reforms have deepened Nigeria’s debt crisis – CAPPA
CAPPA added, "The study reveals the realities behind the corporatisation of water, policy failures, and the privatisation push that continues…
World Obesity Day: CAPPA renews call for healthy food policies
“Taking action on obesity is a critical step in reducing the burden of other chronic non-communicable diseases, hence the call…
CAPPA tasks FG, states to prioritise healthy food policies in fight against cancer
By integrating these strategies, it concluded, the Nigerian government can create a comprehensive framework that reduces cancer risk factors and…
CAPPA kicks against water privatisation in Africa
By Paul Dada The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa has decried the privatisation of the water sector in African…
CAPPA holds two-day training for journalists
"We believe that your participation will greatly contribute to the discussions, especially as we explore the economics of the SSB…
Stop Kapam Pollution, Compensate Victims, ERA, HOMEF, CAPPA Tell Kaduna Refinery
"We call for an immediate stop to the toxic discharges by the company until a comprehensive Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)…
Lagos Int’l Cinema Convention: Sustain #SmokeFreeNollywood, CAPPA urges film industry
The event featured the Minister of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa; Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism,…
Address the nation to calm frayed nerves, CAPPA Tells Tinubu
The group specifically urged the Nigerian police and security agencies to fulfil their obligations as enshrined in the 1999 Constitution…