Climate Change vs. Health Systems: Is Africa Ready for the Battle?
Climate change is predictably wreaking havoc across the globe, unfortunately, its grip on public health is tightening, particularly in Africa. The World Health Organization (WHO) has called it the “single greatest health threat facing…
Kemi Badenoch: Shettima as flutist with ‘gègè’ on his neck – Festus AdedayoÂ
Festus Adedayo writes as Published by the Sunday Tribune, December 15, 2024. This past Monday, Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, held the fèèrè (flute) and blew it admirably. However, bystanders listening to the rhythm of his flute didn’t know…
Yoruba Council Lauds Nze Fidelis Oziochukwu Chukwu As The New President General of The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide
The Yoruba Council Worldwide, the apex umbrella body for all Yoruba indigenous people globally, has congratulated Nze Fidelis Oziochukwu Chukwu on his election as the new President General of the Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide. In a statement by the Publicity…
Someone is throwing the sink at Dele Farotimi – Duke Of Shomolu
Duke of Shomolu writes We all woke up to the news that a petition has been sent to the Law Committee seeking the disbarment of Mr. Farotimi. It appears this fight is getting more vicious despite the reported intervention of former President Obasanjo and…
Drink Where the Horse Drinks – Phassy Wordsmith
Drink where your horse drinks; a horse knows no path to poisoned waters. Rest where the cat finds peace, for its slumber speaks of safety. Take the fruit touched by a worm; it dares where others would not. Gather mushrooms caressed by insects; they carry…
One Month Away: Why Isn’t Nigeria Buzzing About Its Biggest Sports Fiesta?
Pelumi Abiara writes… With exactly one month to go until the 22nd National Sports Festival in Ogun State, there’s a surprising lack of media excitement. One can’t help but wonder why such a major sporting event isn’t generating…
The Unclear Coasts of Syria and The Days Ahead
Assad has fallen but there is still no easy way out in Syria. Since the fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, a turning point in Syria’s civil war, anti-government forces, led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), have continue to dominate the capital…
Th Ukrainian Heroine who Gives Amputees Hope
Olga Rudnieva has an unusual quest. Amid the devastating toll of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Olga Rudnieva has inspired thousands of amputees with her high quality prosthetics. As the CEO and co-founder of the Superhumans Center in Lviv, Rudnieva has…
Climate Resilient Seedlings are The Future of Agriculture
500 million smallholder farmers are at risk of losing their livelihoods against the storm of climatic inconsistencies. As climate change reshapes global agriculture, the seed sector faces its most critical challenge yet. Increasingly erratic weather…
Yoruba Leaders Call Out Governor Adeleke Over Alleged Airport Relocation to Ede
Yoruba Council Worldwide (YCW) has raised concerns over Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke’s alleged decision to relocate the MKO Abiola International Airport from its original site in Ido-Osun to his hometown of Ede. In an open letter to…