The Nigeria Union of Agriculture and Allied Employees (NUAAE) has elected Obafemi Oyenubi as its new National President, marking a significant step toward unity and stability within the organization. This election follows a successful reconciliation of internal factions, facilitated by veteran union members. The newly elected national leadership includes Benco Hameed Ademola as Deputy National President I, Aniedi Abasi Ekpo as Deputy National President II, and Segun Victor Alemeru as National Treasurer. Other key officers include Kabiru Haruna Mafara (North West), Ayodeji Frances (South West), Buhari Dame Tanimu (North East), Nwagu Christopher (South East), Joseph Sunday Asaolu (North Central), and…
Author: Abdallah el-Kurebe
Inflammation is the body’s natural response to injury or illness, but not all inflammation is the same. Blood tests like CRP Quantitative (CRP Quant) and CRP Cardiac (hs-CRP) help doctors identify and monitor inflammation, yet they serve different purposes. Understanding these tests can provide insights into your health, especially if you’re concerned about chronic inflammation or cardiovascular disease.What Is CRP?C-reactive protein (CRP) is a substance produced by the liver in response to inflammation. Elevated levels of CRP in your blood indicate that your body is fighting something—whether it’s an infection, injury, or a chronic condition. However, the sensitivity and focus of CRP testing vary, depending…
A lot of people are saying “corruption”. Sorry, that’s not an explanation that’s an observation. There is a reason why there is a lot of corruption in Africa and it has everything to do with Western foreign aid and economic interventionism in the various states of Africa. Before mentioning the two causes let’s dispel the myth that it was due to colonialism. There have been about 40 years since the vast majority of Africa was decolonized. To compare, 40 years after the liberation of the United States as colonies, they were a serious world economic power and growing at a REAL…
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools have been used in the news industry for over a decade to assist in automating tasks, including summarizing data from outside sources, crafting financial reports and sports stories and performing grammatical checks. However, the release of OpenAI’s ChatGPT in November 2022 ushered in an era of generative artificial intelligence that dramatically reshaped this landscape, and newsrooms’ use of AI tools has been increasing. The news industry’s adoption has been spurred by desires for efficiency, hopes of growing readership and general market pressures. These processes and decisions are becoming well-documented within academia and the trade press. However, much less is known about the…
HIV is a legitimately difficult problem. Thousands of very smart people have devoted the last 30 years to studying every gene, protein, and molecule in the virus and have created more models than any disease other than cancer. I spent two hours sitting with an undergrad who asked me “Well… why didn’t they try [X] then?” and I had an answer ready for them. Nearly everything has been tried against HIV and unless people invent a class of drugs (which does happen on a periodic basis), our current tools aren’t going to work. People have to recognize what HIV is.…
The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a concerning REPORT highlighting a significant rise in mpox cases across various countries, particularly in Africa, with the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) leading as the epicenter of this outbreak, and other hotspots also identified in Burundi and Uganda. This report highlights mpox as a global health concern with complex challenges that demand a multifaceted and coordinated international response. It also ensures prompt, equitable action in vaccination, infrastructure support, and surveillance will be key to addressing this expanding health crisis. As of November 3, 2024, the DRC reported cases across six provinces,…
The African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF), through its Open Forum on Agricultural Biotechnology in Africa (OFAB) project, marked the 4th annual OFAB Day by celebrating African scientists whose groundbreaking innovations are shaping the future of agricultural biotechnology. This year’s OFAB event brought together policymakers, lawyers, researchers, students, and agricultural stakeholders to honor these leaders for their contributions to advancing science, addressing food and nutritional security challenges, and combating misinformation surrounding biotechnology. Among the notable honorees was 27-year-old Fatma Mohamed Omar, a graduate of Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT). Fatma has been instrumental in advancing Kenya’s agricultural sector…
Just like brushing your teeth or washing your hands regularly, digital hygiene should be second nature to most of us—except that it is not. What most people think is sufficient will hardly protect you against the advanced nature of cybercrime, a constantly changing threat. By Anna Collard Digital hygiene involves cultivating habits that keep your digital life healthy and secure. In our highly connected world, you want peace of mind so that you can prevent or quickly detect and fix problems with your devices. Digital hygiene is crucial for individuals and organisations as it serves as the first line of…
Discover how AI amplifies cloud security risks and how to mitigate them, with insights from Tenable’s Liat Hayun on managing data sensitivity, misconfigurations, and over-privileged access. The AI boom is amplifying risks across enterprise data estates and cloud environments, according to cybersecurity expert Liat Hayun. By Ben Abbott In an interview with TechRepublic, Hayun, VP of product management and research of cloud security at Tenable, advised organisations to prioritise understanding their risk exposure and tolerance, while prioritising tackling key problems like cloud misconfigurations and protecting sensitive data. She noted that while enterprises remain cautious, AI’s accessibility is accentuating certain risks.…
Effective policies and taxes are needed to curb smoking and fund public health as chronic respiratory diseases currently affect over half a billion people worldwide, with smoking recognized as a leading cause, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The health impact of tobacco use is staggering, contributing to illnesses like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema, and lung cancer. These diseases place an immense burden on healthcare systems and reduce the quality of life for millions. Addressing this issue requires strong political commitment to drive comprehensive tobacco control policies, especially through taxation and regulation. Political leadership plays a critical…