In many parts of West Africa, the mining sector has traditionally been male-dominated, with large corporations and male small-scale miners receiving the majority of attention, licenses and financial support. But beneath the radar, women are quietly staking their claims—literally—through micro-leases:…
Nigeria’s drive to register citizens into its National Identity Number (NIN) system has picked up serious pace in recent years. According to the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), by the end of 2023, approximately 104.16 million Nigerians had obtained the…
In recent years, many African courts have been quietly introducing forms of artificial intelligence and digital case-management tools. These systems, often behind the scenes, are already easing one of the judiciary’s biggest burdens: case backlogs. Without much fanfare, courts in…
In Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Ministry of Education has issued a clarion call for all Nigerians to come together in protecting schools, not just as institutions of learning, but as sanctuaries for the moral, psychological and intellectual growth of…
In a historic step that signals a new dawn for medical education and healthcare delivery in Nigeria, the Ondo State Government has officially ceded the Akure Teaching Hospital complex to the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA). The decision, which…
In a landmark moment for Nigerian higher education, Redeemer’s University has promoted 11 scholars to the rank of professor — the largest single group ever elevated in the institution’s history. Announced by Vice-Chancellor Professor Shadrach Olufemi Akindele during the Covenant…
Education has always been a bridge between nations, and this was evident once again in Abuja when China’s People’s Education Press (PEP) donated more than 900 books to 13 secondary schools across Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The gesture was…
The global technology industry is facing a paradox. According to a report by Investopedia, some of the biggest companies in the world are recording record-breaking profits and rising stock prices, yet at the same time, they are laying off workers…
China’s quiet but steady advance into Africa has taken a new form—surveillance technology. Beyond roads, railways, and ports, Beijing is now offering African governments access to digital monitoring tools such as CCTV networks, biometric databases, and facial recognition systems. The…
In early September 2025, Nigeria made history with the successful launch of GITEX Nigeria, a landmark event that not only brought the global tech community to our shores but also underscored Nigeria’s rising importance in the digital era across West…
Apple’s latest iPhone 17 lineup has just dropped—and if you’re in Nigeria (or thinking globally), there’s a lot to digest before you commit. From pricing and specs to network compatibility and durability, here’s what you really need to know to…
In a resolute move to raise the bar in teaching standards, the Federal Government of Nigeria has issued a striking directive: by 2027, only teachers certified by the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) will be permitted to lead classrooms…
In classrooms today, a quiet but powerful debate is unfolding. What does it mean to truly learn, and what counts as cheating? With the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT, DeepL, Grammarly and others, students can now generate…
In recent times, “AI tutors” have been hailed as the next great leap for schools and education systems. Promises abound: personalised learning, instant feedback, limitless scalability. Yet despite all the excitement, there remains a critical gap — an AI tutor…
In classrooms across West Africa, many students still experience teaching that leans heavily on passive learning — lectures, note-taking, and rote memorisation. Yet new ideas are proving that this model, while familiar, may not unlock students’ fullest potentials. Two concepts,…