Paris Climate Accord: World could move on without the US, says top diplomat
As the incoming administration in the United States takes shape, the country’s expected withdrawal from the Paris Climate accord is all but certain going by the electoral promises of President-elect Donald Trump. But the outgoing US Ambassador to the United Nations, Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield says that as difficult as the prospect of US withdrawal may […]
Issues in Genome Editing for Africa’s Agricultural Transformation
By Seleman Yusuph Kitenge The world of agricultural biotechnology is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and Africa is not left behind in this transformation. One of the most promising tools in this space is genome editing, specifically the CRISPR-Cas9 system, which is increasingly being used to address challenges in food security, climate change resilience, and […]
Jonathan Doctrine: “Eschew violence, embrace peace in elections”
Ahead of the local government election Saturday October 5, 2024, in Nigeria’s oil-rich Rivers State, former President Goodluck Jonathan has invoked his popular doctrine to eschew violence in the conduct of the polls. Jonathan, the first Nigerian incumbent leader to surrender power to the opposition in 2015 noted that elections were the cornerstone of democracy […]
The Power of Science Communication in Shaping the Future of Genome Editing in Africa
By Seleman Yusuph Kitenge The recently concluded webinar on science communication, held on August 22, 2024, brought together a diverse group of participants from across the globe, highlighting the significance of genome editing (GEd) and its potential to transform agriculture, food security, and resilience to climate change in Africa. The panelists, drawn from academia, research […]
WAEC records decline in examination malpractice
” The West African Examination Council (WAEC) says Nigeria recorded a decline in cases of examination malpractice in the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for School Candidates. About 11.92% of the total number of candidates that sat for the examination are being withheld in connection with various reported cases of examination malpractice […]
Vice President speaks at leadership conference
By Uchenna Ekwo Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima Mustapha, GCON will headline the inaugural Executive Leadership Education scheduled to take place on August 26-30, 2024, at the University Ibadan, Oyo State. A message from the Special Adviser on Political Matters to the President, Office of the Vice President, Dr Hakeem Baba-Ahmed confirmed Vice President’s acceptance […]
Youths damage crops in disputed farmland
Cash crops, economic trees, and leased farmland valued at two million Naira have been destroyed at rural Amagwu community, Umuavulu Abor in Udi local government area of Enugu State, Nigeria by restive youths allegedly hired by anonymous community leaders. Narrating the incident, the emotionally distraught farmer, Mrs. Ifeaoma Igwe explained how she lost crops such […]
“I can’t govern alone” – Community leader declares
A community-based organization, Diamond Club of Ebe in Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State, Nigeria has tasked the newly elected traditional ruler of the community, Igwe Cyril Ogbozor to ensure an inclusive governance and commitment to the public good. At a reception hosted for the community leader, the President of Diamond Club, Mr. Linus […]
The Impact of Women Leadership in Africa: A Review of President Samia’s Record
By Jokate Urban Mwegelo and Seleman Yusuph Kitenge Across the world, even in the most advanced democracies and states, men have traditionally dominated most positions of power. Tanzania is no exception; the country has had six presidents since her independence from Britain on December 9, 1961. Incumbent Tanzanian President, Samia Suluhu Hassan became the first […]
UK, US condemn human rights abuse in Burkina Faso
A report from Human Rights Watch has provided details of the execution of at least 223 civilians, including 56 children, in the villages of Nondin and Soro in Burkina Faso’s Yatenga province. Reacting to the report, the governments of the United States and the United Kingdom blamed the massacres of civilians on the Burkinabe military […]