Nigeria’s Digital Dilemma: Bridging the Gap for Youth Empowerment
All Ogwu Benjamin Chijoke wants for his tech-savvy teenage son is a chance to thrive in the digital world. Like many Nigerian youths, his son is part of the 70% of the country’s population under 30 years old. Unfortunately, their digital…
Aiding Retention: UNICEF Tweak Models To Improve Learning In Schools
Efforts are ramping up to significantly reduce the number of out-of-school children in Nigeria, with a focus on retention, transition, and completion models for school-aged children. This was highlighted during a regional stakeholder meeting held in…
IYD 2024 – Leveraging Technology for Youth Development: UNICEF’s Impact in Nigeria
Nigerians are at the forefront of the nation’s push to drive economic and social progress, using their energy, creativity and resilience. With a growing population of young people, the need for equipping them with the right skills, education, and…
Paris 2024 Olympics: A Grand Finale
A top, classy and fluffy finish to a hair-raising event. The Paris 2024 Olympics ended in a dramatic blend of beauty and tension, a dystopian spectacle that captivated the world. In an unforgettable moment, actor Tom Cruise descended from the roof of…
IYD-From Clicks to Progress: How Africa’s Youth Can Lead the Digital Revolution for Sustainable Development
The International Youth Day is more than just a date on the calendar—it’s a crucial opportunity to reflect on the strides young people have made globally and explore how they can leverage digital know-how to tackle some of the world’s most…
Implementation of New N70,000 Minimum Wage Stalls in 27 States and FCT
Despite the Federal Government’s recent approval of the N70,000 minimum wage, the majority of Nigerian states have yet to take concrete steps toward its implementation. According to reports, as of now, 27 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT)…
Ekiti State Government Accused of Diverting Federal Palliatives Amid Growing Tensions
There is palpable disagreement between the Ekiti State government and the Opeyemi Falegan Foundation (ODF) over the distribution of federal palliatives and the use of state funds. The NGO has accused the state government of mismanaging federal resources…
The Top 5 Countries Housing Africa’s Diamonds
Africa is renowned for its rich diamond resources, with several countries making significant contributions to the global diamond market. According to the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS), the global authority overseeing the trade and…
Rena Wakama: The Trailblazer Behind D’Tigress’ Historic Olympic Run
Nigeria’s D’Tigress may have fallen short of clinching a spot in the Paris Olympics, but they leave the court with a significant slice of history, thanks to their daring coach, Rena Wakama. Breaking boundaries and shattering expectations,…
Stuck in Space: A Mission Turned Misery
What began as a routine test mission to the International Space Station (ISS) has turned into an unexpected ordeal for two American astronauts. Barry “Butch” Wilmore, 61, and Sunita Williams, 58, set off on June 5 with the expectation of returning home…