Chinedu Egu

Specialty Registrar T&O NorthEast/Aspiring Spine Surgeon/MRCS(Eng)/Peer Reviewer @Publons Academy/ Research Fellow @FutureAfroNS /Recipient @NHSLeadership Award

[Chinedu Egu @Dr_AlexBrianChi]

In 2017, the first edition of my Paediatrics book was published. It was a sensation as it swept across most medical schools in Nigeria and was also popular amongst Paediatrics interns. It made understanding clinical paediatrics easy.

[Arsenal @Arsenal]

We did it, together.

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

My One-Term, Four-Year Vow Is Sacrosanct

One of the greatest American Presidents, Abraham Lincoln, served only four years, yet his legacy endures as a model of principled leadership. Another iconic figure, John F. Kennedy, did not even complete a full term, yet his vision and ideals continue to inspire generations. In Africa, Nelson Mandela, revered globally as a symbol of justice and reconciliation, chose to serve only one term as President of South Africa, despite immense public pressure to stay longer. His decision was a deliberate act of leadership, a statement that power must serve the people, not the self. Indeed, history shows that the longer many African leaders remain in power, the more likely they are to be corrupted by it. Longevity in office is not a mark of success; rather, it is purposeful, accountable service - however brief - that defines true statesmanship.

It is within this context that I reiterate my vow: I will serve only one term of four years if elected President. And that vow is sacrosanct.

I am fully aware that the decay in our society has made trust one of the scarcest and most sceptically viewed commodities. Many Nigerians, understandably, no longer take politicians at their word. But even in this climate of cynicism, there are still a few whose actions have matched their words - whose integrity is built on verifiable precedent.

Recently, I became aware of two statements aimed, albeit indirectly, at my vow to serve only a single four-year term. One person remarked that even if I swore by a shrine, I still wouldn’t be believed. Another suggested that anyone talking about doing only one term should undergo psychiatric evaluation.

I understand the basis of their scepticism. They are judging me by their own standards - where political promises are made to be broken. But they forget, or perhaps choose to ignore, that Peter Obi is not cut from that cloth. I have a verifiable track record that speaks louder than speculation.

In my political life, my word is my bond. When I entered politics in Anambra State, I made clear and measurable promises to the people: to improve education and healthcare, to open up rural areas through road construction, and to manage public funds with prudence. I fulfilled each of those promises without deviation. I did not swear by a shrine, nor have I been certified mentally unstable as a result of honouring my word.

My vow to serve only one term of four years is a solemn commitment, rooted in my conviction that purposeful, transparent leadership does not require an eternity.

If making such a promise qualifies me for psychiatric evaluation, then we may as well question the mental fitness of those who framed our Constitution, which clearly stipulates a four-year renewable tenure.

I maintain without equivocation: if elected, I will not spend a day longer than four years in office. In fact, I believe that service should be impactful, not eternal.

We must rebuild trust in our country. I have dedicated my public life to demonstrating that leadership with integrity is not a myth. I have done it before, and I do not intend to betray that trust under any circumstances.

Forty-eight months is enough for any leader who is focused and prepared to make a meaningful difference. In that time, I intend not merely to make an impression, but to deliver on concrete promises to:

sanitise our governance system;
tackle insecurity through effective and accountable use of national resources; prioritise education, healthcare, and poverty alleviation;
catalyse small businesses as engines of growth ; and combat corruption with unflinching resolve.

Above all, I will dedicate myself to transforming Nigeria from a consuming nation into a productive one, where agriculture, technology, and manufacturing replace rent-seeking and waste as our national anchors.

These are not utopian dreams. They are realistic, actionable goals that are achievable within four years.

A new Nigeria is POssible. -PO

[Chinedu Egu @Dr_AlexBrianChi]

A hero...Dr Ameyo Stella Adadevoh

You remain in our hearts ♥️

[Medzonetv @Medzonetv]

The new Oxford Handbook of Clinical Medicine (11th Ed) officially recognizes Dr. Ameyo Stella Adadevoh. 🇳🇬

She is the hero who stood her ground against Ebola to save a nation of 200 million.

Seeing her name in these pages is a win for every Nigerian health worker.

[Medzonetv @Medzonetv]

The new Oxford Handbook of Clinical Medicine (11th Ed) officially recognizes Dr. Ameyo Stella Adadevoh. 🇳🇬

She is the hero who stood her ground against Ebola to save a nation of 200 million.

Seeing her name in these pages is a win for every Nigerian health worker.

[Prof Fares Haddad @bjjeditor]

This is a serious condition requiring urgent #treatment, often in areas where resources & access to #MRI scans are limited. SuCESS presents a pragmatic, simple bedside clinical tool which may improve triage efficiency, & support safe decision making.

https://t.co/1lO5LNKqlM

[Chinedu Egu @Dr_AlexBrianChi]

@OyinTomato @myaccessbank It is really appalling. Each person invents their own criteria, and forms to submit. I have been going back and forth via emails and DMs for almost a month now.

[Chinedu Egu @Dr_AlexBrianChi]

@myaccessbank Hi @myaccessbank ,

I am very disappointed in the quality of your customer care. I had sent pdfs to your contact centre email address, however, your X admin is asking to send jpegs via DM. Is that to say you don't have access to your customer care email?

[Chinedu Egu @Dr_AlexBrianChi]

@myaccessbank DM has been sent

[Chinedu Egu @Dr_AlexBrianChi]

Just published in European Spine Journal!

We compared calcified vs soft thoracic disc herniations in 36 patients with thoracic myelopathy.
🩸 Calcified = more blood loss, alerts, complexity
⚖️ But long-term outcomes? Surprisingly similar.

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/56jxXxQNvR

[Chinedu Egu @Dr_AlexBrianChi]

Truly honored to meet my mentor @antoniowebbmd at the @selondonortho .
From the streets of Louisiana to a renowned Spinal Surgeon in Texas—his journey is inspiring.
Grateful for the signed copy of Overcoming the Odds.

#SELO2025
#MedTwitter

[Chinedu Egu @Dr_AlexBrianChi]

@orji_ck Congratulations Chijioke, the grind was absolutely worth it 🥂.

[Chinedu Egu @Dr_AlexBrianChi]

@daniel_onobun @nhsswft @CovOrthoTrauma Congratulations Daniel, very well deserved 👏

[Chinedu Egu @Dr_AlexBrianChi]

@Tunde_OD Go Ferdinand 💪. You've got this🥳

[Chinedu Egu @Dr_AlexBrianChi]

@OJAfolaranmi @Anthoniabc Congratulations Segun, and your better half @Anthoniabc. Very well deserved 👏

[Chinedu Egu @Dr_AlexBrianChi]

@Kelechiup Congratulations buddy 👏

[Chinedu Egu @Dr_AlexBrianChi]

@EUROSPINESoc

[Chinedu Egu @Dr_AlexBrianChi]

Our paper on "Evaluating the prognostic role of computed tomography Hounsfield units in anticipating spinal outcomes post-instrumentation: a systematic review and meta-analysis" has been published in the European Spine Journal 1/7

https://t.co/qjH9iFyXUF

[Chinedu Egu @Dr_AlexBrianChi]

- The mean vertebral HU of the surgical segments serves as a reliable metric for assessing bone mineral density

- Furthermore, are included in the paper. Enjoy!
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