Nigeria, a nation at the crossroads of economic challenges, faces a dual struggle with exchange rate volatility and the imperative to attract foreign investments. These developments have garnered attention on the global stage, with experts and officials weighing in on the country’s economic future. Naira-Dollar Rate Volatility The exchange rate between the Nigerian naira and […]
Has Journalism In Kenya Been Compromised: Departures Into Politics And Entrepreneurship
In Kenya, the field of journalism has long been perceived as an influential and coveted profession, with journalists wielding significant power to shape public opinion. Journalists are seen as the gatekeepers of information, tasked with the crucial role of informing the public and holding those in power accountable. However, recent times have seen a wave […]
Passport Backlog in Nigeria Now a Story of the Past as 60,000 Passports Were Produced in 4-Days! What A Miracle!
In a remarkable feat to tackle a daunting passport backlog crisis in Nigeria, Nigeria’s Immigration Service (NIS) have cleared a staggering 60,000 applications in just four days. This comes in response to a directive from Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Minister of Interior, who had called for the clearance of over 200,000 pending passport applications within two […]
Africa Climate Summit concludes with $23 Billion in Pledges for a Greener Future
The inaugural Africa Climate Summit which held in Kenya concluded with a commitment to green initiatives, as President William Ruto of Kenya announced $23 billion in pledges for sustainable projects into the continent. The summit’s “Nairobi Declaration” issued a clarion call for urgent climate action, including advocating for global carbon pollution taxes, phasing out coal, […]
In Need of Quick Loans? Ensure You Avoid these 37 delisted loan apps by FG
Taking a resolute step to protect consumers, the Federal Government has cracked down on illegal loan apps, delisting a total of 37 of these unscrupulous platforms. This development signifies the government’s commitment to safeguard its citizens on the significant increase in the number of fully approved loan apps, which has now grown to 164 from […]
Nigeria secures $14bn investment at the Nigeria-India Presidential Round Table and Conference
Following the current realities in the country with fuel subsidy removal and inflation figures at 24.08%, although projected to still rise significantly by the end of 2023, the Nigerian government in a series of current global partnerships is in a race to attract more foreign direct investments into the country. On a visit to India […]
Debt-for-Nature swaps to finance Climate Action In Africa
At the event, top African experts call for more innovation, partnerships and government reforms to unlock billions in climate finance. With Africa requiring over $300 billion annually for climate adaptation, policymakers and government officials meeting at a high-level event on the sidelines of the Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi, have called for the implementation of […]
A Complex Web of Coup D’etat in Africa
August 30th 2023 another coup shook the political landscape of Africa, with Gabon’s Ali Bongo becoming the latest leader to be detained within the confines of his own residence. This coup follows closely on the heels of the hostage situation involving Niger’s President Mohamed Bazoum. As we look through the recent surge of coups in […]