Author: Anthonia Andrew | andrewanthonia25@gmail.com Parental absence is a pressing issue that significantly affects children worldwide, and its consequences are particularly pronounced in the African continent. The emotional and developmental toll of having absent parents can create lasting challenges for children, shaping their futures in profound ways. Read carefully the story of Phebe, a young […]
Can the Stigma Attached to Polytechnics Ever Be Erased?
Author: Precious Oladimeji | preciousoladimeji7@gmail.com Polytechnics were created with a clear mission: to promote technical education and provide students with the hands-on skills needed to thrive in practical fields. In an ideal world, they would serve as vital institutions for building a skilled workforce. However, the reality in Nigeria paints a different picture. Not only […]
How Transform Health Fund (THF) Improves Health Care in Africa
Author: Ebube Nwamah | ebu.nwamah@gmail.com Between 2012 and 2015, the United Nations sought a development framework to succeed the Millennium development goals. In 2015, countries around the globe adopted the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): 17 ambitious goals, and 169 targets all aimed at ensuring peace and prosperity for all people and planets. (Sustainable development goals) […]
From Stipend to Survival: The Growing Outcry for Increased NYSC Allowance in the Face of Inflation
Author: Precious Oladimeji Mahatma Gandhi once said, “The youth are not only the hope of our future, but they are the foundation of our nation.” But what happens when the leaders of tomorrow are too hungry to even think about leading? Nigerian corp members have been hoping and looking to the government for an increase […]
Towards a Better Digital Rights Protection Regime in Nigeria: A Legal Diagnosis and the Reforms
Author: Christopher Danladi INTRODUCTION In recent years, the digital rights of Nigerian citizens have been increasingly threatened by the lack of a comprehensive legal framework to protect them. This has led to an increase in cybercrime, data breaches, and other violations of digital rights. To ensure that Nigerians are adequately protected from these threats, the […]
Exploring Nigeria’s Thriving Creative Industry: An Overview
Author: Lateef Modati | madotiayomi@gmail.com 1.0 Introduction Creative business has become a dynamic, robust and undeniable force in today’s fast-paced and global village. Creative industries comprise a broad spectrum of economic pursuits that rely heavily on creativity. The digital era has brought a significant development to creativity through the internet and new technologies, and these […]
AI’s Role in Environmental Conservation and Sustainability
Author: Christopher Danlandi | danladichristopher001@gmail.com My fascination with Sci-fi has always been ignited by cinematic depictions of futuristic landscapes. Among the array of science fiction films that have intrigued me, one standout is “Avatar”—probably because of the blue-colored alien characters. The movie set in the 22nd century movie portrays a narrative that emphasizes the importance […]
The Oil Pollution of Marine Environment in Nigeria: Dealing with Impending Catastrophe Today
Author: Lateef Modati | madotiayomi@gmail.com 1.0 Introduction Pollution in the maritime environment poses threats to its continued existence and health of aquatic life. The maritime environment provides vast opportunities to many Nigerian citizens as well as other residents which ultimately promotes the Nigerian economy. Beyond aquatic life being directly affected by pollution, the healthy status […]
Prospects of Government Effectiveness For Economic Sustainability in Africa
Author: James Ndukwe | Jamesndukwe99@gmail.com Governance is a complex topic that affects politics, economy, and institutions. The indicators with the most significant economic implications include corruption (abuse of public office for private gain), government effectiveness (quality of public policies and services), regulatory quality (ability of the government to formulate and implement business-friendly policies and regulations), […]
Malaria Kills a Child Every 60 Seconds:
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!