Author: Mercy Adeleke | adelekmercy08@gmail.com According to the World population review, Nigeria’s population stands at 226million with UN’s estimation at over 229 million by July 2024. Also, Nigeria has over 400 ethnic groups with many more to be discovered. The echoes of Nigeria’s amalgamation by the colonial masters have been resounding in the Nigerian cultural […]
Author: Daniel Ochowechi Echoda | danielechoda29@gmail.com Sports betting has become pervasive among Nigerian youths. Beyond the surface appeal of predicting match outcomes, other complex societal factors have also driven this issue. The aim of this article is to explore the issue of sports betting, shed light on why Nigerian youths are increasingly drawn to it, […]
Author: Raheem Mutiyat Oreoluwa | raheemoreoluwa832@gmail.com Even though child abuse is widely acclaimed as a global phenomenon, developing countries, especially in Africa have records of the largest abuse of children in history. Published on July 2022, studies by APEVAC found out that more than half of all children in Africa experience physical abuse, while in […]
Author: OYENUGA, Olamide Habibat | oyenugaolamide3@gmail.com Despite facing numerous economic challenges, the Nigerian people are involved in a vast number of entrepreneurial ventures, both locally and across the continent . These ventures have contributed significantly to the growth of the nation, both economically and socially. Several socioeconomic analysts and commentators have characterized Nigeria as a […]
The human workforce is perhaps the most devastating. Nigeria has less than 90 clinical oncologists, a woefully inadequate number to serve a population of such size. This shortage is further worsened by “The Japa Syndrome”, a brain drain that sees skilled healthcare professionals fleeing to greener pastures, leaving behind a nation grappling with a medical crisis in the hands of a depleted workforce.
You can only begin to imagine how African mothers would jump for joy if they heard about a vaccine that can cure the dreaded malaria. That was exactly the case in October 2021. The World Health Organisation (WHO) announced RTS, S as a Malaria vaccine recommended for broad use. It was historic!
Author: Samuel Ejekukor. Growing up as a child of a baker and caterer, i had always been fascinated by the aroma, flavours and preparation of Nigerian food. Curious as to what spices and herbs my mother put into the pot that filled the house with so much aroma and how passionately my dad kneaded the […]
By: Asomba Michael Chukuwbuikem | asomba505@gmail.com There is a lot Nigeria can learn from Morocco’s thriving automobile industry, which has emerged as a dynamic player in the global automobile sector, experiencing significant growth and transformation in recent years. With a strategic location bridging Europe and Africa, a skilled workforce, and a supportive government, the country’s […]
Author: Uchegbu Henry Favour Health and well-being in Africa are influenced by various factors that are unique to the continent, including culture, society, countries, and regions. African culture emphasizes communal living and interconnectedness, where an individual’s well-being is closely intertwined with the community’s welfare. A holistic approach to healthcare is an essential aspect of wellness […]
“Gross Domestic Product does not account for the health of our children, the quality of their education, or the joy of their play, in short, it measures everything except that which makes life worthwhile.” (Robert F Kesnnedy, 1968). This thought-provoking quote sets the stage, prompting us to question whether GDP truly captures the essence of […]