Mobilizing Youth for Effective Civic Participation
Article written by: Mayowa Olajide Akinleye Nigeria is a signatory to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. Article 12 of that document establishes that young people…
Advocacy Trends in Africa that are Shaping the Future
Article Written By: Valerie Traore, Founder and Executive Director of Niyel There is a strong reclaiming of the people’s voice in advocacy and creating change, and I am encouraged about the…
Data Democratisation Needs Data Governance
Sometimes it takes just one individual to come up with an innovative new approach that gives your organisation the competitive edge, but more often than not, it requires the collaboration…
#IWD23: Digital Innovation through Storytelling
In this article, Tofunmi Akinseye examines ‘Digital Innovation through Storytelling in propelling cultural shift for positive female representation within Nigeria’s media landscape’ The media landscape is changing. More and more…
Advancing Digital Entrepreneurship and Financial Inclusion for Women in Africa
Article Written by: Irene Skrynova, Chief Customer Officer, Unlimint Entrepreneurship journeys are not always the same for everyone, as they can be influenced by various factors such as their interactions…
“4 People Tweeting in a Room” are Disrupting Nigeria’s Political Space
The unfolding events are beginning to show that Nigeria’s politics may be tilting toward digital. Online support will equate to offline support. Online political campaigns will equate to offline campaigns. …
With Change the Only Constant, Leaders Will Need to be Adaptive in 2023
Article by: Cathy Smith, Managing Director at SAP Africa The last few years have revealed the futility of making predictions about what lies ahead. In our uncertain times, the only…
Leo Stan Ekeh and Nigerian Dream
Article by: Bisi Olaoye The world daily empties into America to chase the American Dream. Even Nigerians do. But there is also the Nigerian Dream. One man who epitomises this…
Your Voice Matters: Why Eligible Citizens Must Come Out To Vote
Article By: Elvis Eromosele Voting is an essential aspect of democratic governance, as it is the only way through which the people can exercise their power to choose their leaders…
2023 Elections: Vote for Peace, Reject Violence
Article written by: Godman Akinlabi In a matter of hours, Nigerians will head to the polls in what seems like the most polarising election the country has ever had. Ethnic…
Bridging the Digital Divide: NCC’s Efforts to Promote Digital Inclusion in Nigeria
Article written By: Nuruddeen Sani The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is the regulatory body responsible for overseeing the telecommunications sector in Nigeria. Since the appointment of Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta…
Preparing for Digital Disruptions during Africa’s Year of Elections
In 2023, presidential elections will hold in Gabon, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Sudan and Zimbabwe.
Will 2023 Be The Year That Big Businesses Finally Innovate?
Like poor market conditions, the issue of business sustainability is not a new concept in the boardroom. However, the idea has undergone significant changes in scope, scale and definition in…
Naira Redesign, Queues and the Quest for a New Nigeria
The PVC queue is important. It is expected to prove useful in determining the next leader of the country. February 25, 2023, Nigerians will have to queue to cast their…
NDPB at One: The Evolution of Data Privacy under Olatunji
In just over a year, Dr Vincent Olatunji is creating a new legacy as the pioneer National Commissioner/Chief Executive officer of NDPB