Killing Malaria, Not Mosquitoes: A Bold New Strategy to Stop a Deadly Parasite
For decades, the world has waged war on malaria by targeting its unwitting accomplice—the mosquito. But what if we could disarm the disease at its source instead of killing the messenger? A team of researchers at Harvard University believes we can. And…
Lagos Trains 500 Polytechnic Students in CNG Conversion as Nigeria Pushes for Cleaner Energy Future
As Nigeria intensifies its transition from petrol to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), the Lagos State Government has launched a one-month intensive training programme to equip 500 polytechnic students with hands-on skills in CNG vehicle conversion. The…
Make good governance, not voting, compulsory in Nigeria – Jide Ojo
Last Thursday, May 15, 2025, a news report has it that a bill to amend the Electoral Act 2022 to make voting compulsory for Nigerians of voting age has passed second reading in the House of Representatives. The proposed legislation was sponsored by the…
Gen Z: The Rebellious Architects of a Digital Tomorrow
Every generation rewrites the script of the world it inherits. But Generation Z, those born between 1996 and 2010, aren’t just rewriting it. They’re flipping the pages, tearing out old chapters, and crafting a story that reflects their values: freedom,…
Memoir – A Poem by Fortune Omosola
Memoir 18, looking forward to 23 toys scattered on peeling paint beneath the bed, beside the ivory vase that once overlooked a shoreline in Ita-Osa. Children tucked their skin into the sand, sunbathing, as playful waves made love to their…
Fresh Calls for NNPCL Audit as Tinubu, Buhari, Obasanjo Blamed for Missing Oil Funds
Fresh revelations about Nigeria’s state oil company have reignited public outrage, as calls for a sweeping audit of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) intensify. The storm follows a World Bank report exposing a N500 billion shortfall…
An Effective Malaria Vaccine Is Africa’s Most Urgent Need
Despite decades of efforts and billions spent on prevention, malaria remains one of the deadliest diseases in Africa silently claiming over half a million young lives each year. In 2021 alone, an estimated 247 million cases and 619,000 deaths were…
Lagos to Enforce Ban on Single-Use Plastics from July 2025
The Lagos State Government has announced it will begin full enforcement of a ban on single-use plastics (SUPs) starting July 1, 2025. Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, made the announcement on Monday via his official X…
Africa’s Climate Crisis: Rising Heat, Relentless Floods, and Growing Droughts Threaten Continent’s Future
Africa is facing an intensifying climate emergency, with extreme weather patterns wreaking havoc across its diverse landscapes, communities, and economies. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has sounded the alarm on how rising temperatures,…
Katsina’s Equestrian City and Africa’s Energy Drive Signal Bold New Frontiers
Katsina State is making an audacious leap, one that blends heritage, tourism, and sports innovation. The state has secured approval to host what is being described as Africa’s first Equestrian City, a mega project that could transform the region into a…
