As the cost of living crisis deepens, Nigerians are yet again faced with another painful increase—this time from MultiChoice, the parent company of DStv and GOtv. The company has announced yet another round of price hikes, set to take effect from March 1, 2025, dealing another blow to households already grappling with economic hardship. In…
Today, 30 eager students from the Rags to Riches Club of Tomadort International School embarked on an exciting educational excursion to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Currency Museum, guided by the BMCCI. It was an eye-opening experience that deepened their understanding of Nigeria’s financial history and the evolution of money. From the moment they…
Yesterday, the Search Inward Social Ambassador (SISA-Sapphire Minna) team held an introspection class, providing an opportunity for members to reflect on their experiences over the past eight months with the SISA CDS group. This session allowed them to evaluate their learning journey, assess the impact of each month’s lectures and outreach activities, and explore how…
The Farid Centre, in collaboration with key stakeholders, has launched The RISE Project, a pioneering initiative aimed at advancing inclusive basic education across Niger State. The project, which stands for Resources, Inclusivity/Integration, Strategic Communications, and Empowerment, is a significant step towards ensuring that every child, regardless of ability, has access to quality education. At the…
For decades, a pervasive myth has endured across many cultures: science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) are not meant for girls. Deeply entrenched gender biases, societal expectations, and systemic barriers have historically kept women and girls from exploring careers in these fields. However, this narrative is steadily changing, particularly in Africa, where women and girls…
The Women Community in Africa (WCA) today paid a courtesy visit to the Assistant Inspector-General (AIG) of Police, in charge of the Gender Desk Unit of the force, Aishatu Abubakar Baju, where she was honoured with an honorary membership of the organisation. During the visit, the WCA delegation introduced its members and commended the AIG…
The International Day of Education, observed annually on 24th January, serves as a global reminder of the critical role education plays in fostering peace, development, and social progress. The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed this day to highlight education as a fundamental human right and a shared public responsibility. Within the Nigerian context, where education…
The International Day of Education, observed annually on 24th January, serves as a global reminder of the critical role education plays in fostering peace, development, and social progress. The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed this day to highlight education as a fundamental human right and a shared public responsibility. Within the Nigerian context, where education…
