Writer’s block, the nemesis of scholars across disciplines, can transform the exciting prospect of articulating one’s research into a daunting ordeal. This phenomenon, characterised by an inability to produce new work or a creative slowdown, is particularly challenging in academic writing, where the pressures of deadlines, methodological rigour, and contribution to the field can exacerbate feelings […]

By Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY – THE Health of Mother Health Foundation (HOMEF) has condemned the declaration of a State of Emergency in Rivers State and also criticized the appointment of a retired military officer as the sole administrator which it said was a veiled attempt to continue militarize the region despite not being a […]

By Louis Amoke Another year around the sun is always a milestone to celebrate. And when an outstanding personality, a unique leader, completes this existential course, there is even more reason to revel and give thanks to the Almighty Father. Incidentally, a personality who cares little for mundane revelry achieved this milestone today. He is […]

The Commonwealth Business Women Africa (CBW Africa) Summit 2025 concluded with a strong call for African governments to prioritize women’s economic empowerment as a crucial factor for the continent’s sustainable development and growth.

Visiting Ogoniland last week after my first visit in 1996 was a bittersweet experience. It was like traversing two worlds in less than three decades. Unbelievable! I went to Ogoni for the first time to chronicle the mess oil industry and the Nigerian state had made of Ogoniland. Before oil was discovered in the Ogoni community […]