The number of children who died before their fifth birthday has reached a historic low, dropping to 4.9 million in 2022, the latest report by the United Nations Inter-agency Group for Child Mortality Estimation showed. The UN IGME is led by the United Nations Children’s Fund and includes the World Health Organisation, the World Bank Group, and the Population Division of the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs. […]
By Oduyemi Odumade Climate change is no longer a distant threat; as its impact is being felt across the globe, and Nigeria is no exception. Former Member of the House of Representatives and Board Member of the North East Development Commission, Mr. Sam Onuigbo, revealed that Nigeria suffered a staggering loss of $6 billion in 2022 due to climate change-related issues. According to him, these losses are attributed to […]
Afrobeats, a genre born in Nigeria in the late 1960s and popularised by the legendary Fela Kuti, has evolved into a global phenomenon. Characterised by its fusion of traditional African rhythms, jazz, funk, and soul, Afrobeats has captured the hearts of music enthusiasts worldwide. In recent years, a new wave of Afrobeats artists has emerged, introducing fresh sounds and innovative approaches to the genre. Among these rising stars is Rema, a […]
Today July 18 is Nelson Mandela Day. It is a day set aside to honor Nelson Mandela, who was a South African President, anti-apartheid revolutionary, philanthropist, and politician. The day is also to commemorate Mandela's birthday. It was officially declared by the United Nations in November 2009 to celebrate the contributions of Mandela to democracy, peace, human rights, and social justice. The day aims to inspire individuals worldwide to take […]
