Africa
3 Feb
Sherifatu Eshinlokun-Adegbesan is a woman who wears many hats: educator, philanthropist, and social advocate. Her journey from aspiring lawyer to passionate changemaker is a testament to her unwavering commitment to improving the lives of others, particularly children and young people. Driven by a desire to make a direct impact, she shifted gears from law to…
2 Feb
Ademola Lookman’s first half strike booked Nigeria’s place in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-finals with a 1-0 win over Angola. The win continues the Super Eagles’ excellent AFCON quarter-final record, having lost only one of their previous 11 last-eight ties in the competition.
30 Jan
Pope Francis has said in an interview published on Monday that Africans were a "special case" in the opposition of bishops and many other people in the continent to homosexuality.
26 Jan
Secretary of State Antony Blinken sought on a trip to Africa to prove US commitment both in gestures and deeds, but it was also about playing defence as crises mount and Russia and China eye gains.
20 Jan
While the explosion of debt is throwing a shadow over global economic growth, experts warn that sub-Saharan Africa, where several countries are already in default, is experiencing its worst-ever crisis.
17 Jan
The Peace in South East Project (PISE-P), a non-governmental organization dedicated to resolving security challenges and promoting peace in the region, has uncovered a sinister plot orchestrated by disgruntled politicians. These individuals, allegedly unhappy with the success of PISE-P's peace initiative, are reportedly seeking to undermine its efforts and malign the project's convener, Deputy Speaker…
11 Jan
It is of great importance to note that Africa’s erstwhile colonial masters were themselves former colonies of other powers, some under colonialism three to five times longer than Africa was. Rather than wallow in self-pity or indulge in blame game
10 Jan
Like in the West, voices of citizens will continue to count for less yielding their pre-eminent position to the voices of regional partisans like Joe Biden of the United States.
9 Jan
Continued from yesterday A for the first time after Hiroshima and Nagasaki, wehave come really close (closer than Cuba) to the possibility of the use of nuclear weapons, close enough for Putin to say the lessons of history have not been learnt: “In the early 21st century, everybody hoped that states and peoples had learned lessons of the expensive…
9 Jan
Embarking on a journey of unity, excellence, and sheer football brilliance, Bet9ja partners with Sportsdotcom "Let's Do It Again" Super Eagles campaign to celebrate the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023. This extraordinary initiative is more than just a campaign; it's a rallying call to ignite the flames of passion, sportsmanship, and unity across…
8 Jan
I am delighted to be part of the 2023 annual lecture series of the Society for International Relations Awareness (as a discussant) put together by its highly resourceful and energetic President, Comrade Owei Lakemfa..
3 Jan
The Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD) has unveiled its inaugural "Trade Champions of African Descent Worldwide" list, recognising 100 exceptional individuals driving economic progress across continents. This groundbreaking list celebrates the achievements of Africans and their descendants who are making waves in diverse sectors like finance, technology, energy, and agriculture. From CEOs forging…