Group, defends lawmaker’s APC defection, seeks Tinubu’s support
The Progressives Forum of Gombe South has lashed out at an anonymous group, “Concerned Citizens of Gombe South,” over its criticism of a federal lawmaker’s recent defection, describing the move as “political opportunism” driven by fear of his growing influence.
Keeping African data on African soil
70% of data generated in Africa is residual in foreign countries with most of strategic organisations hosting their data outside the continent.
Mental health and addiction in Nigeria’s classrooms
By Ocheni Christopher As Nigeria marks the Mental Health Awareness Month this May, there is a growing but under-acknowledged crisis. As far back as 2018, an estimated 14.3 million Nigerians between the ages of 15 and 64 were reported to have used drugs, with about 3 million living with drug use disorders, according to the United Nations […]
Dr. Hilary A. Onyishi: The technocrat poised to redefine leadership in Enugu North
By Alumona Ukwueze In a time when many Nigerians have grown weary of recycled promises and underwhelming leadership, Dr. Hilary A. Onyishi stands out as a bold, unconventional figure—one whose life journey reflects discipline, resilience, global excellence, and a deep, almost restless commitment to the people of Nsukka. From the quiet community of Akpa-Edem to […]
Beyond Chatgpt: The hidden AI opportunities Nigeria is missing
By Tosin Shobukola By all appearances, Artificial Intelligence feels distant, complex, even intimidating to many nigerian businesses. For some, it is a vague concept wrapped in buzzwords. For others, it is something to fear, an intrusive force capable of replacing jobs or exposing private data. But beneath the surface of tools like ChatGPT lies a […]
It pays to enjoy being a merry widow!
By Bunmi Sofola “Less than a year after my brother-in-law’s death, I rang my sister, Beverly and was surprised to hear her giggling down the line”, said Tope, herself widowed at age 48. “When I asked what was going on, she told me she had a ‘gentleman visitor’. This was around 11a.m., so I told her […]
