Homegrown Tech, Shared Prosperity: The Case for Africa’s Own Payment Infrastructure

Dr Ochola, CEO, AfricaNenda Foundation By Alfred Ajayi Africa stands at the cusp of a digital revolution. Mobile phone adoption is rising even in remote communities, fintech innovation is booming, and countries are steadily investing in digital public infrastructure such as interoperable payment systems and digital ID frameworks. Together, these trends are shaping a foundation…

Anambra Police Bust Illegal Soft Drink Factory in Okpoko, Arrest One Suspect

Operatives of the Anambra State Police Command, attached to the Rapid Response Squad, Awkuzu, have arrested one suspect in connection with the production of counterfeit and potentially toxic soft drinks in Okpoko, Ogbaru Local Government Area. The suspect, identified as 48-year-old Chigozie Okafor, was apprehended on September 3rd after the police uncovered and dismantled an…

Excluding PWDs from Leadership Is Rights Violation – Disability Advocate

Disability rights advocate, Mrs Gloria Nwafor has stated that excluding persons with disabilities from leadership structures in Anambra oil and gas host communities is a violation of their fundamental rights. She appealed to traditional rulers in Anambra East Local Government Area to amend community by-laws to guarantee inclusion of persons with disabilities (PWDs) in leadership…