In an eventful 2023, Nigeria saw landmark elections, bold economic policies, and significant judicial appointments, amidst regional political tensions and internal governance challenges, shaping its democratic and economic trajectory.
Central & West Africa
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Wheat is one of the most important staple crops in the world, providing food, feed, and income for millions of people. However, in West and Central Africa (WCA), wheat production…
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The state of democracy in West Africa is under scrutiny as citizens increasingly express dissatisfaction with their government’s performance, particularly in addressing socio-economic issues. This dissatisfaction could potentially chip away…
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X-agon introduces AnyworkX, revolutionizing African e-commerce with digital services.
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African leaders have recently renewed their commitment to attracting capital to the continent. They gathered at the Africa Investment Forum (AIF) Market Days in Marrakesh, Morocco, with a clear goal.…
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Nigeria’s universities, polytechnics, and colleges are increasingly grappling with the presence of ‘Yahoo Yahoo,’ a term denoting advanced fee fraud perpetrated by students. Campuses have become stages where luxurious lifestyles,…
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At the 43rd Annual PMAWCA Conference in Lagos, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu championed African collaboration in harnessing the blue economy. He foresees this as a key to the continent’s wealth.…
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Nigeria’s national grid recently collapsed again, plunging the country into darkness—a recurring issue lamented by President Bola Tinubu during German Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s visit to Abuja. The World Bank estimates…
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In a landmark stance, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has endorsed the inclusion of a permanent African seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), advocating for greater representational equity. During…
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Three months after a military coup on July 26, Niger’s economy, one of the globe’s most impoverished, teeters on the brink due to suspended international finance and aid. Following the…