{
  "id": 18001179,
  "title": "Business leaders urged to prioritise health despite work pressures",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/03/business-leaders-urged-to-prioritise-health-despite-work-pressures-18001179",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-03T18:24:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/business-leaders-urged-to-prioritise-health-despite-work-pressures/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Chartered Institute of Directors Nigeria has called upon business leaders, directors, and senior executives to prioritize their physical health and well-being amidst the increasing pressures of corporate leadership and organizational management. This emphasis was highlighted in a statement released by the Abuja Zone of the institute, which detailed its plans for the 2026 Walk for Life event, set to take place on November 7 at Millennium Park in Abuja. The institute stressed that the demanding nature of professional responsibilities necessitates personal wellness as a cornerstone of effective leadership. The statement emphasized that demanding professional roles require sustained attention, sound judgment, and the ability to navigate complex business challenges, all of which are enhanced by personal health and well-being. The 2026 Walk for Life, themed “Advancing Executive Wellness, Building Connections, and Inspiring Healthier Leadership,” aims to encourage business leaders to integrate regular physical activity into their daily routines. Led by CIoD Nigeria's National President and Chairman of the Governing Council, Adetunji Oyebanji, and hosted by Abuja Zonal Chairperson Rose Eshiett, the event seeks to foster a culture of wellness among business leaders, influencing workplace environments and contributing to sustainable organizational performance. The institute noted that the event also provides opportunities for networking, professional collaboration, and relationship-building among attendees. By promoting physical activity, CIoD Nigeria emphasizes the role of business leaders in setting examples for healthier working environments.",
  "summary": "The Chartered Institute of Directors Nigeria has urged business leaders to prioritise their physical health and wellbeing despite growing corporate pressur Read More: https://punchng.com/business-leaders-urged-to-prioritise-health-despite-work-pressures/",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}