Turkey is expanding its reach into Africa, banking on its defence projects and widespread trade network, its prospects enhanced by the lack of colonial history weighing on Europe, diplomatic sources say. Speaking ahead of a ministerial meeting at the weekend in Djibouti, a diplomatic source in Ankara said Turkey was a "sought-after partner" in Africa…

Education experts have underscored the need for African countries to prioritise the integration of technology into their education systems. According to them, this strategic move aims to enhance teaching and learning, improve accessibility, and prepare the continent's future workforce for the demands of the digital age. They spoke in Abuja at the African EduTech Conference…

An experienced academic staff, Department of History and International Studies at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), Prof. Chukwuma Opata, has offered an insight into why the western is claiming civilization ahead of Africa despite its rich cultural heritage. Opata, who gave the clarification while speaking as a guest lecturer at a memorial lecture in…

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have moved up by three spots to place world 36th in the October FIFA ranking. In the ranking table on the website of the world football governing body on Thursday, Nigeria garnered 1503.29 points within the period under review. The senior men’s national team defeated their Libyan counterparts in the…

A health expert, Constance King, has launched a mental and physical challenge competition aimed at bringing fun to Africa. The competition, titled ‘Scavenger Hunt Africa’, is inspired by the American TV show ‘The Amazing Race’. King, who has extensive experience in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, long-term care, hospice, and assisted living, noticed during her…

Mr. Osayande Igiehon, Chief Executive Officer of Heirs Energies Ltd., has called for urgent action to leverage Nigeria’s gas resources to secure the country’s energy future and promote sustainable development. Igiehon made this remarks during a panel discussion at the Nigeria Energy Leadership Summit on Thursday in Lagos. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports…

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called on the National Assembly (NASS) to expedite action on modalities for the coverage of the new natonal minimum wage. Mr. Joe Ajaero, NLC President said this during a book launch titled, “The Future of Work: Is the Tripartite Body in Africa Ready for Digital Economy?” on Monday in…

Flutterwave's Chief Regulatory and Public Policy Officer, Oluwabankole Falade, stressed the diaspora's role in driving Africa’s economic growth through increasing remittances, expanding global networks, and investments. He noted that the African diaspora is transforming industries and generating new opportunities across rapidly growing African economies. Falade shared these insights during a panel discussion on the African…

Dr. Oby Ezekwesili PHOTO:Getty Images  Former Vice President, World Bank’s Africa Region, Dr Oby Ezekwesili  has called for more policies and programmes that would strengthen democracy in the continent. READ ALSO:Oby Ezekwesili’s drive for fruitful democracy Ezekwesili made the call in Abuja on Thursday at the African Conference organised by the School of Politics, Policy…

A top figure in African football's governing body is under investigation in Switzerland on suspicion of criminal mismanagement of funds, but insisted Thursday the bank transfers in question were "legitimate". Veron Mosengo-Omba, general secretary of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) headquartered in Cairo, is being investigated in the western canton of Fribourg. In a…

Africa has the fewest roads and cars of any region, and yet the largest ratio of vehicle deaths, caused by the usual suspects -- unsafe habits, speeding and drinking -- but also poor infrastructure, scant rescuers and old cars. As everywhere, speed, alcohol and not wearing a seat belt or helmet are among the main…

The Labour Party's Presidential Candidate in the 2023 Nigerian elections, Peter Obi, has indicated that insecurity plaguing Africa is deeply connected to poverty, unemployment, and corruption. Obi’s spokesman Ibrahim Umar in a statement quoted him to have made the assertion over the weekend during an international leadership dialogue in Athens, Greece. Speaking at the event,…