Nigerians React with Alarm as Senate Advances Bill to Repeal VAPP Act
From our investigations at LightRay! Media, Women and children including other vulnerables and minority groups will be most affected if the bill is repealed from its current form.
From our investigations at LightRay! Media, Women and children including other vulnerables and minority groups will be most affected if the bill is repealed from its current form.
Nigeria ranks 125th out of 137 countries in global digital competitiveness, according to tech experts.
As we celebrate World Breastfeeding Week, we recognize the transformative power of exclusive breastfeeding in shaping a child’s future. This journey, though led by mothers, is a collective responsibility that relies on the pivotal support of fathers, husbands, and the broader community.
The supportive roles of fathers and husbands can significantly impact the success of exclusive breastfeeding, bridging the gap between a healthy, thriving child and a poorly developed one.
In an era where concerns surround the cost, safety, nutritional value, and quality of baby foods, exclusive breastfeeding stands as a beacon of hope. In this special first person report on LightRay! Media by Elizabeth Oluwaseyi Jimoh, we navigate the journeys of mothers who choose exclusive breastfeeding.
Journalism is not blogging. Content creation are different information types. Understanding how journalistic content is distinct yet significant in the digital age, gives journalists a better approach in reaching the interests of the public it serves based on truth, fact and balance reportage.
Creative Writint vs Longform Journalism and the power of language to Unite or divide.
“In the digital era, the democratization of information has empowered millions worldwide, breaking down traditional barriers to access and sharing. Digital platforms have further amplified this freedom, allowing users to personalize and engage with content on an unprecedented scale. This shift has challenged the dominance of conventional news media, reducing their vulnerability to censorship and manipulation by oppressive regimes and special interests.
However, the unchecked proliferation of digital content has also enabled the spread of misinformation, disinformation, propaganda, and conspiracy theories on a massive scale. The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and chatbots has exponentially increased the reach and influence of these harmful narratives, posing significant threats to informed decision-making, social cohesion, and democratic values.
As we navigate this complex landscape, it’s essential to recognize the critical role of responsible journalism in combating the erosion of truth and promoting a well-informed public discourse. By embracing innovative storytelling formats, fact-checking initiatives, and collaborative reporting efforts, the news media can reclaim its role as a trusted guardian of fact-based information and a champion of democratic accountability.”
Every May 28 marks world menstrual hygiene day, it’s a day to raise awareness about the importance of good menstrual hygiene, ensure access to menstrual products for all, and break the stigmas associated with menstruation. But it’s quite unfortunate we are yet to achieve this, especially in Nigeria.
Photo Credit: Alexander Sergienko.
Plans to unveil an ambitious strategy to decommission notorious dump sites across Lagos state in the wake of air pollution and cholera outbreak within the next 18 months is to commence.
In a stark revelation on the nature of air quality in Lagos, findings revealed the alarming extent of air pollution in Lagos. In a 15-kilometer run from Maryland to Ikeja which not only brought community together but also collected real-time data, revealing no areas with good air quality and highlighting severe pollution along major routes, the findings, with air quality ranging from moderate to very unhealthy air, underscored the urgent need for comprehensive action to combat the hazardous air conditions threatening the health of Lagos residents.
By Collins Odigie Ojiehanor
The Speaker of the House Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas presided.