COP28: Arab Nations Pledge $50bn for Africa's Development By Zekeri Idakwo The Arab nations have once again announced their support for African partner countries ahead of the crucial COP28 climate-change conference aimed at allocating up to US$50 billion to help build resilient infrastructure and inclusive societies...

Israeli-Hamas Conflict: Saudi Arabia as Potential Peacemaker, by Zekeri Idakwo   The recent escalation of violence between Israel and Hamas, the militant group that controls the Gaza Strip, has raised concerns about the stability of the Middle East and the prospects of peace in the region. The...

Psycho-analysing a President Under Pressure, by Zekeri Idakwo   The tone of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's address in this year's Independence Day Celebration was not different from his last nationwide broadcast. However, the mood of the nation before the broadcast was that of despair at worst and...

Pa Akintola Williams: Quantity, Quality, Longevity and Immortality, by Zekeri Idakwo   Life is an interesting adventure. It is often said that it is difficult if not impossible to have everything. One has to always choose one and forfeit the other. They say you can't have...

Vision 2030: Technology as Game Changer for Saudi Arabia, by Zekeri Idakwo   Technology has had a big impact on Saudi Arabia's economy in recent years. One of the most notable changes has been the rise of e-commerce and online shopping which has transformed Saudi's retail...

Saudi Arabia's $800m Developmental Project and Africa's Economy, by Zekeri Idakwo   Saudi Arabia is indeed one of the richest countries in the world due to its oil wealth and comparative advantage in the area of tourism. And given its proximity to Africa where it has...