{
  "id": 18358129,
  "title": "Och’Idoma seeks stronger action against hunger, malnutrition in Benue",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/ochidoma-seeks-stronger-action-against-hunger-malnutrition-in-benue",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-05T18:02:39.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/11/05/ochidoma-seeks-stronger-action-against-hunger-malnutrition-in-benue/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "HRM Agaba’Idu Elaigwu Odogbo John, the paramount ruler of the Idoma nation, has called for stronger action against hunger and malnutrition in Benue State. During the foundation's office commissioning in Makurdi, he urged the MATAN Food Bank Foundation to turn its 21-Pillar Initiative into practical projects with measurable results. The Och’Idoma emphasized that the 21 pillars must represent clear development objectives, practical implementation strategies, and measurable outcomes. He highlighted essential areas that require attention, including support for small-scale farmers, community food banks, and improved market access, as well as vocational training, professional capacity building, and environmentally sustainable farming. The monarch also stressed the importance of traditional institutions in grassroots development due to their familiarity with local communities, cultural practices, and everyday challenges. He encouraged the foundation to build stronger relationships with traditional rulers and community leaders across Benue State to facilitate implementation. Och’Idoma also advocated for partnerships with various stakeholders, including governments, financial institutions, and development organizations, while urging the foundation to welcome constructive advice and contributions from individuals with diverse experiences.",
  "summary": "The Och’Idoma, HRM Agaba’Idu Elaigwu Odogbo John, has urged the leadership of the MATAN Food Bank Foundation to translate its 21-Pillar Initiative into practical projects capable of addressing hunger, food insecurity and other developmental challenges facing communities. The paramount ruler of the Idoma nation made the call during the commissioning of the foundation’s office in […] Och’Idoma…",
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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."
}