Nigerian Women in Negative Spotlight: A Call for Change   By Zeenat Sambo All over the world, the media plays a crucial role in promoting gender equality and women's rights as well as protecting women. It is undoubted that the media shapes public perceptions, influences social norms...

A Perspective on Doing Business in Africa, by Ejike E. Okpa   Some years ago, I was introduced to a lady whose name is Mary, who somehow has garnered attention in Africa. She lives in California but somehow believes she is the queen of what is...

On China’s Belt and Road Initiative, by Lawal Sale   China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), an initiative of Chinese President Xi Jinping, marks its 10th year of existence this October. As part of the activities to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the BRI, over 100 world...

Border Re-opening: The Looming Danger for Northern Farmers, by Alhassan A. Bala   When in 2019 the former president Muhammadu Buhari ordered for the closure of all land borders to movement of goods, it was instructive that the government had effectively banned import and export of...

PROFILE: Meet New Sugar Council Boss, Kamar Bakrin By Nafisat Bello President Bola Ahmed Tinubu earlier on Friday announced the appointment of Mr Kamar Oladipo Bakrin as the new Executive Secretary of the National Sugar Development Council (NSDC). Mr Bakrin, is replacing Mr Zacch Adelabu Adedeji who...

Balancing the Ledger: BBN's Whooping Investments and Nigeria's Priorities By Juliet Agoyi In a world where large entertainment companies often hold significant influence, the Big Brother Naija (BBN) reality TV show serves as a prominent illustration of grand displays, aspirations and captivating stories. The show unquestionably captures...