In the heart of Zamfara State, Nigeria, a silent crisis is unfolding, hidden from the world’s gaze but devastating in its impact. Here, amidst the arid landscapes and dusty villages, the spectre of malnutrition looms large, threatening the lives of innocent children like 9-month-old Khadija whose future hangs in the balance due to lack of…
Recently, Shoprite Nigeria, a retail chain stores, and conglomerate announced it is shutting down operations and cited its inability to cope with the country’s current economic downturn, among several other reasons. Juliet Jacob reports the underlying causes, and implications for the Nigerian economy. The Departure of Shoprite In recent years, Nigeria has faced…
Anselm Okolo and Ogbodo Ozioma Favour, in this analysis, look at the ever- changing face of Abuja Mechanics’ Village, occasioned by several attempts by the Nigerian governments to find an enduring solution to the problems of settling traders, artisans and auto spare parts mechanics around the Apo axis of the FTC Apo Mechanic village…
As the rising cost of living continues to bite the Nigerian populace, both low and middle income earners especially, in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, the nation’s capital, a grim scene unfolds daily. The residents who are driven by hunger and desperate to survive now turn to the once rejected food. (unlikely source of sustenance)…
Acute hunger resulting from food shortage is currently confronting the over 230 million Nigerian populace. Insecurity among other factors is fuelling the food and hunger crises across the country. But with increased agricultural schemes orchestrated by a government that has the political will can respond adequately to the challenge. Ogbodo Ozioma Favour reports The…
Sexual harassment in the workplace remains a persistent issue in Nigeria, disproportionately affecting women. Juliet Jacob revisits the issues, particularly, high-profile cases in Nigeria’s civil service space, in this report. Despite legal frameworks and organizational policies, the problem of workplace sexual molestation lingers, creating hostile environments that hinder employee well-being and performance. Recent…
Amidst acute hunger biting the populace, the Nigerian federal government has insisted on purchasing a brand new presidential jet fleet, with the legislative committee recommending the acquisition of two additional new aircraft for the president and vice president. In this special feature, our correspondent, Korede Abdullah analyses the fuss over the plans…
A new finding indicates that sunlight is a threat to humanity rather than protect it. Sunlight is a source of vitamins, no doubt. however, the finding went on to emphasize that man faces a risk of cataract after long exposure to sun. The finding concludes that sunlight is public health risk. Ogbodo Ozioma Favour in…
Korede Abdullah, in this report captures the grim hunger situation across Nigeria, in a bid to Fact-Check a recent analysis in the New York Times publication. In the two editions of the New York Times published on June 11 and June 13, 2024, the first one was titled, “Nigeria confronts its worst economic crisis…
In recent findings the Nigerian economic situation is facing a serious challenge that economic pundits have yet to find better terms to describe it. But it remains unarguably that food crisis occasioning acute hunger is biting severely in the country, as Korede Abdullah captures in this report. Food Prices Skyrocket Since the last quarter…
