. . . As Nigeria charts new foreign policy course with strategic autonomy, economic diplomacy, and global cooperation to strengthen its position amid global uncertainty and emerging global challenges.
By Ejiro Umukoro
By Ejiro Umukoro
“With Sir Richard Branson’s challenge ringing in my ears, I’m poised to share my entrepreneurial journey, inspiring others to harness innovation and grit in overcoming Africa’s unique challenges and unlocking its vast potential.”
With the Nigerian Supreme Court’s landmark ruling that the Freedom of Information Act applies to all tiers of government, a new era of transparency and accountability is emerging nationwide. This significant development empowers civil and public servants across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), agencies, and parastatals to prioritize openness, paving the way for citizen-led anti-corruption initiatives.
By Ejiro Umukoro
Climate change is not just an environmental issue, but a cultural and existential threat to East Africa’s communities, traditions, and way of life.
By E. R. Umukoro
. . . As Nigeria Responds to US Tariff Measures.
The recent US tariff hikes present an opportunity for Nigeria, ECOWAS, and Africa to focus on non-oil export growth and economic resilience, driving global repositioning. This strategic shift could enhance regional trade and economic integration, leveraging frameworks like the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to promote sustainable development.
By E. R. Umukoro
By E. R. Umukoro
The Senate Committee on Local Content’s inaugural meeting signals a significant shift in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, particularly for the Niger Delta region. While the the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board, NCDMB, has remained largely obscured from the general public in the South, it is hoped that working partnership between the Senate Committee on Local Content and the NCDMB will boost government revenue, improve balance of payments, reduce reliance on foreign goods and services, and stimulate job creation and economic growth.
The success of this initiative will be closely watched, particularly in the Niger Delta region, where the impact on local communities and the economy will be significant.
By E. R. Umukoro
By E. R. Umukoro
As Nigeria’s women continue to face daunting barriers to equality, Lady Ejiro Umukoro’s clarion call to action resonates louder than ever: will the nation’s leaders heed the plea for a more inclusive, equitable future?
By Oluwaseyi Elizabeth Jimoh