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A group, the Voluntary Workcamps Association of Nigeria (VWAN), has challenged youths to be advocates of peace revolution from the grassroots up, especially as the country grapples with rising youth-led unrest and inter-communal tensions. VWAN convened a three-day peace-building workcamp for youths in the Southwest, held at the Social Development Institute (SDI), Ogun State.The event featured an intensive programme anchored on the Service Civil International (SCI) Peace in Practice training model, built around the “Five Pillars of Peace”: peace with nature, peace with self, peace with others, peace in community, and peace in the world. One of the Programme Coordinators,…

• Accuses New Party Chieftains Of Forgery• Party Denounces ‘Unfounded’ Leadership Claims, Affirms Nafiu As National Chairman The 2023 Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Mr. Dumebi Kachikwu, has warned Nigerian politicians against buying into the activities of the party under the chairmanship of former President of the Senate, David Mark. This came as the party, on Friday, dismissed recent claims to its leadership by Mark and his associates, describing them as “unfounded.”  Speaking on Friday in Abuja, Kachikwu said that the party has not been able to elect a new chairman since the expiration of Ralph Nwosu’s tenure…

Wale Akinselure A Professor of Process Systems Engineering at the University of Lagos, Mohammed Usman, has attributed the worsening climate crisis to the wasteful use of resources rather than carbon emissions, which are often blamed in global environmental discourse. Delivering his inaugural lecture titled “Carbon Truly as Guilty as Charged? The Perspective of a Process Systems Engineer on Sustainability” at the university’s main auditorium on Thursday, Usman argued that inefficient resource consumption is the primary driver of greenhouse gas emissions, fueling climate change. He said, “It is abundantly clear that those who point an accusing finger are more guilty than…

In SummaryAcross sub-Saharan Africa, agriculture still employs over 50% of the population, acting as a primary driver of job stability.Countries with low unemployment rates often combine traditional sectors with emerging industries to sustain livelihoods.The International Labour Organization estimates that up to 70% of jobs in these economies are informal.Deep Dive!!Lagos, Nigeria – As Africa’s economic landscape evolves, several countries manage to keep official unemployment rates at some of the lowest levels globally. In 2025, nations like Niger, Burundi, and Chad report figures below 1%, with agriculture, livestock, and resource-based sectors absorbing the majority of their workforce.These low rates are not…

These days it is rare for one to tune any of the news channels or scroll the social media and escape the ugly cacophony of voices emanating from eminent patriots bemoaning Nigeria’s dangerous slide into a one party state. One is compelled to share in their apprehension, because all indications point towards that direction. For it is impossible to ignore the recent resounding outrage by people like Bauchi State Governor and Chairman, People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Governors Forum, Bala Mohammed; a political scientist, scholar and theorist, Prof. Adele Jinadu and a social critic, Emeka Okoro. Methinks their apprehension is genuine…

A renewed wave of optimism is sweeping across Warri, Effurun, Udu, and other parts of Delta State as Governor Sheriff Oborevwori intensifies inspection of key infrastructure projects under his administration’s M.O.R.E. Agenda – Meaningful Development, Opportunities for All, Realistic Reforms, and Enhanced Peace and Security. From the bustling Udu Harbour Market to the strategic Enerhen Junction Flyover and major stormwater drainage systems, the governor’s project tours have drawn enthusiastic crowds of residents and traders, who praised the visible transformation taking place across the state. During one of the inspections, Governor Oborevwori visited the multi-billion naira Udu Harbour Market, a flagship…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has issued a stern warning to members openly endorsing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid, vowing stiff sanctions against those engaging in “anti-party activities.” In a statement on Friday signed by the National Publicity Secretary of the party, Debo Ologunagba, its National Working Committee (NWC) said it was alarmed by persistent public declarations of support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate from prominent members, in violation of the party’s constitution. “Such anti-party activities have continued to impact negatively on the PDP, leading to division, disaffection and heavy hemorrhaging of members, with the capacity…

Emmanuella Lennox recently launched a digital platform, WAWUAfrica, to empower African women, artisans and entrepreneurs. According to organisers, the initiative is to provide a safe, inclusive and supportive space for women to learn new ideas, earn, grow and scale their businesses. Stressing that women entrepreneurs in Africa contribute significantly to the economy of their countries, organisers believe that women still face systemic barriers in accessing opportunities, funding and resources, adding that it would bridge the gap created by integrating faith, innovation and community support to unlock limitless possibilities for women globally. The platform, they noted would offer a Christocentric approach…

Agency Report The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention has reported a significant drop in mpox cases across the continent, marking a 58 per cent decline between epidemiological week 19 and week 30 of 2025. However, the agency has raised concerns over new outbreaks in Gambia, Cameroon, and Mozambique, calling for sustained vigilance. Speaking during the agency’s weekly webinar briefing on Friday, Africa CDC Director-General Dr Jean Kaseya, credited the progress to stronger national leadership, enhanced community engagement, and improved health systems, supported by Africa CDC and its partners. He noted that more than 3.1 million mpox vaccine doses…

Turkish Süper Lig side Beşiktaş have reportedly locked in a date to unveil Leicester City star Wilfred Ndidi as their newest signing, Soccernet.ng reports.  Ndidi’s long-awaited move to join the Turkish giants will be officially unveiled today after the midfielder completed his medical examinations in Istanbul, per Soccernet.ng’s social media page. The Super Eagles star arrived in Turkey earlier this week to finalise his transfer from Leicester City in a deal worth around €8 million. Wilfred Ndidi of Leicester City during the Leicester City vs Newcastle United Premier League match. Copyright: Imago Ndidi passed his medical on Thursday, which paved…