Corruption poses a major threat to global efforts in tackling climate change, Transparency International warned in its latest report on Tuesday. The graft watchdog’s 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index revealed that many nations playing key roles in climate action—whether as hosts of UN climate summits or as those most vulnerable to rising temperatures—scored poorly, with some […]
Experts at the 4th Womenovate World Education Day Conference (WEDC25) have called for increased investments in Artificial Intelligence (AI) to tackle educational disparities in underserved regions across Africa. The conference, held on Friday in Abuja, focused on the theme “Learning for Lasting Peace: Educational Equity Through AI—Tools for Advancing Education in Underserved Areas.” Motunrayo Opayinka, […]
The European Union (EU) has extended its climate action efforts to more than 350 local government councils across sub-Saharan Africa, aiming to mitigate the impacts of climate change. Speaking at the closing event of the Abuja Urban Lab, Tomasz Gawlik, a representative of the EU delegation, emphasized the EU’s global commitment to addressing climate issues […]
At the Climate talks in Baku, Azerbaijan, Nigeria has called for increased global funding for climate adaptation to address the growing threats faced by vulnerable nations. The country also pressed for strict adherence to the 2015 Paris Climate Agreement, emphasizing the urgent need for action. “We need to put adaptation at the forefront,” said Nkiruka […]
The African Development Bank Group (AfDB), through its Affirmative Finance Action for Women in Africa (AFAWA) program, has pledged $50 million to boost Nigeria’s women-led enterprises. The agreement, signed during the Africa Investment Forum in Rabat, establishes a loan portfolio guarantee framework between the African Guarantee Fund (AGF) and Nigeria’s Bank of Industry (BOI). This […]
Several Nigerian civil society organizations (CSOs) have criticized the outcomes of the 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29), held in Baku, Azerbaijan, calling the decisions on climate finance inadequate and disappointing. The groups expressed their discontent during a media briefing in Abuja, describing the pledges as a missed opportunity to address the urgent needs […]
The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) and Heifer International Nigeria have partnered to roll out 10,000 John Deere tractors over five years, aiming to modernize farming and boost productivity in Nigeria’s agriculture sector. Mohammed Abu Ibrahim, executive secretary of NADF, announced the initiative during a workshop in Abuja, highlighting the urgent need to address the […]
inq. Nigeria has solidified its position as a leading provider of innovative technology solutions in Nigeria, with a particular focus on edge AI, IoT, and MVNO services. The company’s recent recognition with two prestigious awards at the 8th annual Technology Innovation Awards underscores its commitment to driving digital transformation in the country. Award-Winning Innovation inq. […]
Key stakeholders from across Nigeria are set to gather for the launch of the Womanity Index 2024, a epoch event aimed at driving forward efforts to combat gender-based violence (GBV) in the country. Registration is now open for the event, which brings together individuals, organizations, and government agencies dedicated to Gender Based Violence prevention and […]
The Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy (FMCIDE) has announced a N2.8 billion grant from Google.org to Data Science Nigeria, aiming to accelerate the development of AI talent across the country. This initiative aligns with the ministry’s drive to equip Nigerian youth, especially the under and unemployed, with essential AI skills. This grant […]
