Damilola Agbalajobi, a specialist in gender studies, peace and conflict, and political economy, has been appointed a professor of Political Science at the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife. Mrs Agbalajobi, who joined the institution as a lecturer in 2012, now ranks the university’s first female political science professor since its establishment in 1962. The promotion was approved by the university’s Appointment and Promotions Committee at its meeting on Monday, 14 April, and is effective on 1 October 2024. The professor, who is also on the Lagos team of the African Cities Research Consortium (ACRC) alongside the Team Lead and Editor-in-Chief…
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The embattled Vice Chancellor of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), Ekiti State, Southwest Nigeria, Abayomi Fasina, has embarked on a sudden leave from the university and a successor in acting capacity has been appointed. This was confirmed by the university’s Public Relations Officer, Foluso Ogunmodede. Also, in a two-paragraph statement issued by the university and signed by the Registrar, Mufutau Ibrahim, a copy of which was obtained by DevReporting, the governing council said it approved the request by the vice-chancellor to embark on his accumulated leave. The new development may not be unconnected to the sexual harassment scandal rocking the…
By Abdulkareem Alao The year 2024 was marked by unprecedented crises in various countries across Africa. These crises did not only threaten the lives and livelihoods of millions of people; they threatened the stability and prosperity of the African nations. Some of the major disasters that rocked the continent include armed violence, climate change, disease outbreaks, and migration tragedies, among others. With rising temperatures, droughts, and floods, different countries, including Nigeria, experienced multiple deaths and massive displacements. In September 2024, for instance, a collapsed dam in Maiduguri, northeastern Borno State, affected about a million people. While no fewer than 37…
Today, 21 March 2025 marks a historic milestone as Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah becomes Namibia’s first female president. This presidency signifies a shift towards more inclusive governance, where women are recognised as leaders who can shape national and continental policies. The election of Netumbo is a collective win for African women who have long fought for equal representation in governance. She has earned the trust and confidence of the Namibian people, culminating in her historic election. This victory sends a powerful message that women can lead and excel at the highest levels of governance. Credence to the sagacity of late President Hage…
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has faced significant funding cuts over the years, with notable reductions occurring during the current administration. The Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, announced on 11 March, 2025, that 83 per cent of USAID programmes were slated for cancellation. The cuts were finalised after a review process, with many USAID workers and contractors filing lawsuits in response. Critics warned of severe humanitarian and political consequences, including accelerated global disease spread and heightened security risks. This article explores the impact of these cuts on children aged 0-8 in humanitarian crises globally and underscores the urgent…
This visit is in recognition of a policy shift in Nigeria borne out of a growing acceptance that military operations alone are insufficient in the fight against terrorism and insurgency.
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