‎POWER PLAY: How Trump's Withdrawal from WHO Gives China the Upper Hand ‎By Zekeri Idakwo Laruba ‎The United States' withdrawal from the World Health Organisation (WHO) may likely create a power vacuum, and China is poised to fill it. This move marks the second attempt by...

Overcoming Infrastructure Deficits in North Central Nigeria By James Aduku Odaudu Introduction Infrastructure development is generally recognised as a key driver of economic growth, social stability, and national progress. However, most parts of Nigeria have, over time, suffered from significant infrastructure deficits that have hindered their development...

Naira Redesign: Reminiscing on Lessons Learnt from a Controversial Policy, by Rahma Olamide Oladosu   In late 2022, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) introduced an ambitious policy to redesign the naira, targeting three major denominations: ₦200, ₦500, and ₦1,000 notes. The initiative aimed to address...

On Food Availability and Affordability By Lawal Dahiru Mamman Why are Nigerians not having enough food to eat? That is the question we need to answer. Statistics paint a grim picture and the anecdotal evidence are there. We have working farmers but numbers say people are...

Rising Star: Nelson Ashinze's Quest for Football Glory in Spain By Suleman Yushau I recently came across the inspiring story of Nelson Chidi Ashinze, a talented Nigerian teenager who has been accepted by a Spanish football team for training—a significant step towards a potential formal contract....

The promise sounded by the CBN Governor Yemi Cardoso, acknowledges the crucial role young people play in shaping economic policies.