Little things matter—integrity is one of them. This simple truth often determines how far one can go in life, whether in personal growth or professional success. A few days ago, I stayed at a 4-star hotel in Abuja, Nigeria. The overall experience was delightful: the staff were welcoming, respectful, and eager to assist. The food…
Hardly can one appreciate this tribute without bringing General Ibrahim Babangida administration into the centre of addressing its concerns. To start with, there are many “IBB Boys” among our first eleven Political Scientists in Nigeria. While this reality is a thing of joy for our Association, it has equally created a dilemma for the current…
By Owei Lakemfa Unto us, a man-child is again born by the United States, US, electorate. Donald Trump is actually a reincarnation sent to upset the world. Friends like the European Union and neigbouring Canada are jittery for he is unpredictable and, foes like China are girding their loins. Trump is the weird one the…
Donald Trump’s election overshadowed Kemi Badenoch’s emergence as the leader of the Tory Party of Britain. Yet, no one gets the worst political job in one of the world’s oldest political parties and walks away quietly. This is especially the case when the candidate is a straight-talking, ideological woman and a child of an immigrant…
In the world of politics, bold choices often lead to both support and criticism. That is an intricate part of politics. Kemi Badenock, the leader of the opposition Conservative party in the UK, stands as a remarkable figure, being the first black woman of African descent to reach such heights in British political history. However,…
A record 3.7 million people became first-time EU residents in 2023, the highest since data collection began in 2013. But where did they come from and how has this number changed over the last decade? Using data from Eurostat, we tracked the number of first-time residence permits issued to non-EU nationals in 2013, 2018, and 2023. Data…
Today, corporate leaders have an outsized impact on the global economy at a time of rapid technological advancement, market concentration, and surging share prices. With the S&P 500 poised to see its best year this century, company values are soaring. From Nvidia’s Jensen Huang to Microsoft’s Satya Nadella, a handful of CEOs are overseeing companies…
International travel is seeing a strong recovery post-pandemic, with about 1.3 billion trips recorded in 2023–generating around $1.7 trillion in global tourism spending. The return of Chinese international travel after the removal of governmental quarantine, was a major boost to international tourism last year and is expected to accelerate in 2024. UN Tourism predicts that…
In a land rich with culture, trade, technology and promise, the shadows and incessant violence cast a dark cloud over the southeastern states of Nigeria. The rise of unknown gunmen, who relentlessly attack innocent civilians and security personnel, poses a grave threat to the region's economy, stability and safety. This challenge demands immediate attention and…