by Lillian Efobi Investing in quality education for all, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or socio-e …
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A short bio I am Nicole Babirye, a 16-year-old student from Kampala, Uganda. I am the Vice President …
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by Archibong Bassey Like many children living in Nigeria – a malaria endemic country, I battled Mala …
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Read moreby Muhammed Badamasi In the early hours of a regular day, thousands of people transport themselves through slow moving traffic in crowded buses and cars in Lagos, the most populous city in Africa. Shops and businesses come alive as early as six in the morning, and at night, people fill the streets looking for entertainment …
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by Sylvester Stephen Mtenga In this day and age there has been a powerful wave supporting youth empowerment. Society has collectively come to acknowledge the vital role youth play in shaping and advancing communities. Gone are the days of belittling youth perspectives and refusing them a seat at the table because of their “underdeveloped minds”. …
“I believe the children are our future…” Whitney Houston, Greatest Love of All by Adedoyin Ajayi Citizens constitute the true wealth of a nation. Human resources comprise the active factors of production responsible for corralling the passive factors (land, physical capital, technology) to build societies, develop institutions, create wealth, and add value. Consequently, a nation …
Out-of-school Children in Nigeria: A Ticking Time Bomb Read More »
by Lillian Efobi The future of work is changing rapidly around the world and Nigeria is no exception. The country is undergoing a demographic revolution, with a young and growing population. This brings both opportunities and challenges to the youth labour market. On the one hand, the growing youth population represents a potential workforce that …
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by Ruhamah Ifere Women and girls are on the run for their lives in Nigeria. This is alarmingly so because in 2023, 30 million women and girls are still experiencing gender based violence in the country according to Action Aid. One in two women report that they or a woman they know have experienced violence …
by Sylvester Stephen Mtenga Governments have a responsibility for the health of their peoples which can be fulfilled only by the provision of adequate health and social measures. World Health Organisation We are all acquainted with the saying, “The greatest wealth is health” aren’t we? Or how about, “He who has health has hope; and …
by Duncan Gaswaga In a significant move towards regional integration, Somalia has recently joined the East African Community (EAC), following in the footsteps of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), which joined the community in 2022. The decision to admit Somalia to the community was made at the 23rd East African Community Heads of State …
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by Similoluwa Ifedayo Nigeria, the most populous country in Africa and the seventh largest in the world, has seen a large number of its citizens emigrate in recent years, in what is popularly known as ‘japa’, a Yoruba term for ‘flee’. The emigration wave is gathering steam amid mounting socioeconomic challenges in the country. Nigeria …
The ‘japa’ wave and the rise of Nigeria’s diaspora assets Read More »
by Adedoyin Ajayi Nigerians love festivities, and Christmas celebration is no different. When the harmattan wind blows across Nigeria from the Sahara, it comes bearing dust, and a chill. Additionally, lingering on the air is the unmistakable whiff of Christmas. The harmattan winds dry everything in their path. However, it is powerless to dampen the …
by Similoluwa Ifedayo Youth activism is a powerful force for addressing pressing societal issues. Nigeria faces a multitude of challenges, from corruption and unemployment to inequality and political instability. In response, a new generation of young activists and change-makers has risen to the occasion, driving impactful initiatives to effect positive change. The roots of youth …
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