Month October 2024

NIPP: SO FAR, HOW FAR? By Bala Ibrahim

  “THE obsession with neoliberal capitalism and privatization is what is going to kill our country. They parceled out the power system and sold to themselves. We don’t have an integrated national power system anymore. We’ve been doing the same…

EFCC Unveils Cybercrime Rapid Response Service

  DETERMINED to break the criminal networks and damage associated with   internet fraud across the country, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Tuesday,  October 22, 2024  unveiled a 24- hour Cybercrime Rapid Response Desk. The unveiling,  which was…

EU Supports Nigeria’s Methane Emissions Reduction Efforts

  THE European Union, through UNEP’s International Methane Emissions Observatory, is building capacity among stakeholders and negotiators in Nigeria’s climate sector to address methane emissions. Ms Marci Paranski, Programme Manager Officer, UNEP International Methane Emissions Observatory, stated this at the…

Ugandan Opposition Convicted of Treachery in Military Court

A UGANDAN military tribunal has convicted 16 members of the opposition party, the National Unity Platform (NUP), on charges of ‘illegal possession of explosive devices and treachery.’ The court’s ruling has raised serious concerns, with defence lawyers suggesting the proceedings were deeply…

The Importance of Critical Thinking in The Digital Age

  IN today’s digital era, critical thinking has become an indispensable skill. With the vast and overwhelming amount of information available online, individuals must be able to effectively assess, analyse, and make informed decisions regarding the credibility and validity of…

Tanzania Triumphs at 2024 World Travel Awards Africa

    THE 2024 World Travel Awards Africa Gala Ceremony has announced its winners, showcasing the best of the continent’s tourism industry at the prestigious Diamonds Leisure Beach & Golf Resort in Diani Beach, Kenya. The ceremony, held in one…

African Energy Summit to Boost Investments in Energy Sector

THE African Energy Finance Summit, held as part of the African Energy Week (AEW) conference in Cape Town, is set to galvanise investment in Africa’s energy sector. This year’s summit, hosted in partnership with the African Export-Import Bank and S&P Global Commodity…