WADHI Backs Historic Bills to End Women’s Underrepresentation in Nigerian Politics
Abuja, Nigeria – Women Arise Development and Humanitarian Initiative (WADHI) is taking center stage in the campaign for two landmark reforms—the Reserved Seat for Women Bill and the Independent Candidacy Bill—currently under public hearing at Nigeria’s National Assembly. According to WADHI, these bills are historic interventions that could reshape Nigeria’s political and governance structures, where […]
Ebola Scare in Abuja: What It Reveals About Global Health Preparedness
Abuja has been gripped by rumours of an Ebola outbreak. For many residents, the whispers evoked painful memories of the 2014 West African crisis that claimed over 11,000 lives. But this time, the story took a different turn: the suspected case in Nigeria’s capital tested negative for both Ebola and Marburg. Dr. Dolapo Fasawe, Mandate […]
U.S. Unveils ‘America First’ Global Health Strategy to Bolster Safety, Strength, and Prosperity
The U.S. Department of State has released its new America First Global Health Strategy, outlining a vision to safeguard Americans, strengthen global health systems, and promote U.S. innovation worldwide. The strategy is anchored on three key pillars: Safer: The U.S. pledged continued support for a global surveillance system to rapidly detect infectious disease outbreaks. In […]
Naidcare Calls for Increased Awareness, Support for Alzheimer’s in Nigeria
As the world prepares to mark the 2025 World Alzheimer’s Day, Naidcare, a professional care services agency, has called for greater awareness and support for persons living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and across Nigeria. Speaking at a media chat over the weekend, Senior Executive and Head of […]
PropEco Launches EPC Audit Tool to Boost Confidence in Property Data
London, UK – PropEco has launched EPC Audit, a new tool designed to strengthen confidence in Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) by identifying potential inconsistencies and errors. The solution is aimed at helping property professionals, lenders, and homeowners make better-informed decisions while supporting the UK’s transition to net zero. EPCs play a growing role in the […]
AI Threatens 300 Million Jobs Worldwide, New Analysis Warns
London, UK – A growing body of research suggests the world is on the verge of the most disruptive labour shift in history, with artificial intelligence (AI) threatening to eliminate hundreds of millions of jobs across multiple industries. The International Monetary Fund has warned of “structural unemployment,” while McKinsey predicts up to 30% of global […]
Nigeria’s Hilda Baci Heats Up the Jollof Wars with Record-Breaking Feast
The long-running culinary rivalry between Nigeria and Ghana over who makes the best Jollof rice has taken a fiery new turn, as Nigerian chef Hilda Baci has broken another world record — this time with the largest serving of Nigerian-style Jollof rice. Partnering with Gino Nigeria, Hilda cooked up a staggering 8,780 kilograms (19,356 pounds) […]
U.S. Secretary of State Rubio Urges Qatar to Stay Engaged in Gaza Negotiations
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has called on Qatar to remain engaged in mediation efforts aimed at ending the Gaza conflict, stressing that a negotiated settlement remains Washington’s preferred path. Speaking to reporters ahead of his visit to Doha, Rubio said the U.S. values Qatar’s role as a key partner in past negotiations and […]
Burkina Faso Opens Its Doors to All Africans with Free Entry Visas
Burkina Faso has announced a major step toward continental unity, making entry free for all African nationals. Ouagadougou says visa fees are now waived for citizens across Africa, with only one requirement: visitors must complete an online application form and receive approval before traveling. Previously, a tourist visa to Burkina Faso cost nearly $100 (55,000 […]
AU and IGAD Welcome Quad’s Commitment to Sudan Peace Process
Addis Ababa & Djibouti, September 14, 2025 — The African Union Commission (AUC) and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) have expressed strong support for the Joint Statement issued by the Quad — comprising the Foreign Ministers of Egypt, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and the United States — regarding the ongoing conflict in […]
