Author: Lateef Madoti Introduction The challenges and impacts of climate change in our time cannot be over emphasized. It is a challenge that affects every country in all the continents and Africa is not an exception. Population growth, increase in production and consumption of goods across the globe led to the depletion of natural resources […]
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 […]
Students’ Role in The Attainment Sustainable Economic Development
Author: Precious Chibuike Ukaegbu | preciouscukaegbu@gmail.com A Case-Study for Sustainable Development Goal 4–Quality Education On the 15th of September 2022, while researching project plans for my social impact idea, I discovered the SDGs: Sustainable Development Goals set by the United Nations. As I meticulously perused each goal, I became interested in goals 1, 4, 5, and […]
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 […]
Fostering Inclusive Growth During Challenging Times in Kenya’s Economy
Author: Bernard Isaiah Balancing the short-term challenges of macroeconomic stability with policies focused on achieving long-term, inclusive growth is crucial for Kenya. Inclusive growth, characterized by widespread increases in earnings, benefits the overall economy and improves individual well-being. High disposable income translates into higher domestic demand for private sector output, resulting in more jobs, opportunities […]
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!
Lessons for Nigeria from Morocco’s Thriving Automobile Industry
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 […]
The case against the criminalization of suicidal attempts in Nigeria
Photo credit: The Conversation Author: Nwazue Israel Chihurumnanya The history of suicide criminalization is as old as time. Well, not as time but as old as the mid-13th century, when the English common law advocated cultural and religious punishments for suicide. As colonialism spread, this legislation was incorporated into the common laws of the English […]