Health concerns mount for detained IPOB leader, calls for release intensify

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Health concerns mount for detained IPOB leader, calls for release intensify The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) is amplifying its plea for the release of its leader, Nnamdi Kanu, citing grave health concerns while in detention. In a recent statement issued by IPOB spokesman Emma Powerful, the group highlights Kanu’s deteriorating health […]

Youthful Nations: Top 10 African countries with the youngest populations in 2024

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Youthful Nations: Top 10 African countries with the youngest populations in 2024 Africa stands out globally for having one of the youngest populations, presenting both opportunities and challenges in areas such as education, employment, and policymaking. The continent’s population is projected to double by 2050, surpassing 2.5 billion, driven by high fertility […]

Naira surges on CBN’s FX reforms

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Naira surges on CBN’s FX reforms. Nigeria’s currency, the naira, has reached a two-month peak of N1,382.35 per dollar, buoyed by foreign exchange reforms implemented by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to bolster investor confidence and enhance dollar supply. The latest data from the FMDQ Securities Exchange indicates that the naira […]