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From Public Water Distribution to Private Borehole: The Quiet Collapse of Nigeria's Water SupplyNigeria’s borehole boom reflects the collapse of public water systems, as households increasingly provide their own water after decades of government failure.
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From Public Water Distribution to Private Borehole: The Quiet Collapse of Nigeria's Water Supply
Nigeria’s borehole boom reflects the collapse of public water systems, as households increasingly provide their own water after decades of government failure.
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Africa's education systems are struggling to keep pace with changing labour markets. This commentary examines the colonial roots of formal education, the examination culture and why African curricula need a fundamental upgrade.
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What Happens to an Economy When Young People Stop Believing Salaried Work Can Make Them Rich?
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XRP Ledger Shocker: 25% Plunge Sparks Mysterious Transaction Boom!
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Egypt Shakes Up Short Selling with Strict New 50% Cash Collateral Limit
Egypt has enacted new short selling rules for its stock exchange, requiring a 50% cash collateral and establishing a 150% initial coverage for borrowed securities. Managed by MCDR, these regulations aim to boost market liquidity, diversify investment tools, and allow investors to profit from declining stock prices, while stringent limits and collateral requirements mitigate risks.David Isong
Cardano's Big Break: ADA Listed on Sony-Linked Exchange in Japan!
Cardano's native ADA and its privacy-focused NIGHT token have achieved a major listing on S.BLOX, a Sony Group-affiliated cryptocurrency exchange in Japan. This marks NIGHT's pioneering entry into the Japanese market as the first privacy-preserving token on a domestic exchange, a development celebrated by Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson.David Isong
Technology
The Saga of Every App Wanting to Become a Bank: Is Fintech the Most Profitable Pursuit in Nigeria?
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When Everyone Has Access to AI, What Becomes a Real Competitive Advantage?
AI is making skills, knowledge and professional-looking work easier to produce. But if everyone has the same powerful tools, what will actually separate the people who succeed?Owobu Maureen
Free WhatsApp, Paid Business: The Economics Are Changing
WhatsApp is expanding its per-message charges for businesses from October 2026. The change could reshape how African SMEs use the platform for customer service, sales and automated communication.Precious O. Unusere
AI Short Dramas Are Taking Over Social Media — Could Actors Be the Next Casualties?
AI is creating short dramas without human actors—but if acting is next, what happens to music and the rest of entertainment?Ogochukwu Magdalene Obia
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Why Do We Respect Some Forms of Ambition More Than Others?
Why do we associate ambition with corporate careers? A look at how class, gender, prestige and income shape what society considers ambitious work.
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What Happens to Families Left Behind When the Breadwinner Leaves — An Underreported Cost of Migration
Nigeria's migration boom is often measured through remittances and economic opportunity, but families left behind also absorb the emotional, parental and domestic costs of separation.Precious O. Unusere
Are Millennials the Last Generation That Will Remember Life Without Internet?
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Nigeria Wants Its Diaspora to Invest. What About Their Vote?
A 20-year push has produced bills, proposals and even an INEC “Very Urgent” call, but Nigerians living abroad are still shut out of the ballot.Adedoyin Oluwadarasimi
The Age of Social Unplugging: Are We Rediscovering What Technology Took Away?
Young people are showing renewed interest in simpler technology, from MP3 players and flip phones to physical media and single-purpose devices. Is social minimalism a rejection of modern technology or simply a desire for less digital noise?Precious O. Unusere
Opinion
The War on Poverty is on Pause: What Tinubu’s Reforms Really Mean for the Average Nigerian
President Tinubu’s bold economic reforms promised long-term growth, but for many Nigerians, they’ve brought deeper poverty and hardship. Here’s what the reforms really mean for the average citizen
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ZAINAB BAKARE
OPINION: Should Education Be Free To All?
This in-depth analysis examines the promise and pitfalls of tuition-free learning, from breaking cycles of poverty to fears of declining quality. With examples from Finland to sub-Saharan Africa, it explores how nations can balance equity, funding, and excellence in an age where knowledge is the key to progress.Eric Namso
Should Nigeria Adopt a Four-Day Work Week?
As countries experiment with shorter work weeks, Nigeria faces a pressing question: could a four-day schedule ease burnout, boost productivity, and reshape work culture—or would it clash with our unique economic realities?zainab bakare
How Remembering Ancestors Shapes Moral Philosophy
By reflecting on the lives of those who came before us—their virtues, mistakes, and choices—we uncover a deeper, more personal foundation for understanding right and wrong.Ibukun Oluwa
Opinion: The Dangerous Binary of Modern Narcissist Theory
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Lifestyle
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Snowy resorts, freezing mountain peaks and chilly highland towns make these African destinations worth knowing for a cold-weather trip.
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FashionLore: It Isn't Originally African. How Did Ankara Become a West African Cultural Identity?
Ankara isn't originally African, so how did a Dutch imitation of Indonesian batik become one of West Africa's strongest symbols of culture, identity and fashion?Zainab Bakare
Cape Town-Lagos Becomes Africa’s Biggest Unserved Air Route as Traffic Surges 75%
Cape Town–Lagos passenger traffic surged 75% in a year, making it Africa’s largest unserved air route and highlighting demand for nonstop connectivity.Precious Eseaye
Cameroon's Deadly Secret: Unearthing the 1986 Lake Nyos Disaster
In 1986, Lake Nyos in Cameroon experienced a deadly limnic eruption, releasing a carbon dioxide cloud that killed 1,746 people. This article explores the sequence of events, the scientific explanation behind the disaster, and the subsequent de-gassing efforts that have transformed Lake Nyos into a crucial case study for volcanic lake safety worldwide.Precious Eseaye
Sudan's Deadly Conflict Intensifies: Ground War Rages for Control
Intensified ground fighting across Sudan's Blue Nile and Kordofan regions has dramatically shifted control, driven by increased firepower and a quest for political legitimacy from both the Sudanese Army and RSF. As military capabilities evolve and peace prospects dim, civilians face a worsening humanitarian crisis with widespread displacement and perilous conditions.Precious Eseaye
Entertainment
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Samuel Chukwueze delivered a stellar performance in his new wing-back role, earning Man of the Match as AC Milan secured a 2-1 victory over Torino in their Serie A opener. Under coach Ruben Amorim, Chukwueze excelled both offensively with an assist and defensively, expressing strong commitment to his evolving position for the season ahead.Precious Eseaye
Guy Ritchie's 'The Gentlemen' Unleashes Season 2 Trailer, Secures Season 3 Renewal!
Guy Ritchie's 'The Gentlemen' has been officially renewed for an eight-episode third season, with Guy Ritchie returning to direct and co-write. Production is imminent for the highly anticipated third installment. Meanwhile, the full trailer for Season 2, set to launch on September 3, reveals Eddie Horniman's international expansion and rising influence within the criminal underworld, alongside new and returning cast members.Precious Eseaye
Warner Bros. Discovery's $111 Billion Deal Hits a Snag as AG Cancels Paramount Talks!
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has canceled settlement talks with Paramount over its proposed $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, citing Paramount's alleged bad faith. Bonta leads a 12-state coalition opposing the merger on antitrust grounds, while Paramount faces financial pressure from a looming trial and a daily 'ticking fee' for delays.Precious Eseaye