The residents of Omikunle, Yemetu, in the Ibadan North Local Government Area of Oyo State, have cried out over the government’s failure to deliver on a promised borehole after their only reliable source of water became contaminated.
Journalism Stakeholders Call for AI Training, Ethical Guidelines in Newsrooms
Civic and media leaders urge ethical AI adoption and training for Nigerian newsrooms at the Innovation for Development Conference in Lagos.
Plastic Waste For Candy
Abdullahi Kano roams Lapai, Niger State, using his air horn’s ‘Popopi!’ sound to lure children with Alewan Mecca candy in exchange for plastic bottles. Collecting one tonne monthly, he sells the waste to recycling companies, unknowingly saving biodiversity while boosting his income and engaging the community in sustainability.
Kwara Govt Denies N800m Ranch Project Despite Evidence
The Kwara State Government has refuted claims of spending N800 million on a non-existent ranch project in Malete. In response to AfriCAST's investigation, the government clarified that only N29 million was spent on preliminary services for the Kwara Special Agro Industrial Processing Zone project. Learn more about the government's official position and the detailed breakdown of expenditures.
INVESTIGATION: Kwara State Government Spent Over 800 Million Naira On A Ranch That Does Not Exist
Kwara State budgeted billions for a ranch in Malete, but investigations reveal a shocking truth: the project doesn’t exist. Where did the funds go?
Ondo Farmers Left Vulnerable Despite Agro-Ranger Promise
Despite the deployment of 10,000 Agro Rangers, farmers in Ondo State still face deadly attacks and kidnappings, while insecurity worsens amid clashes and agency rivalries.
FCT World Bank-Assisted Clinics May Collapse Due To Govt’s Neglect
Following the deployment of 10,000 Agro Rangers promised by President Bola Tinubu, farmers in Ondo State initially felt relief. However, the hope was short-lived as attacks, killings, and kidnappings by suspected herdsmen continued unabated
Despite Govt Ban, Illegal Mining Flourish in Bauchi, Children Abandon Schools
In Bauchi State’s mining communities, children as young as 10 abandon classrooms for mining sites. They toil alongside adults, extracting sand and breaking rocks under the scorching sun, hoping to scrape together enough for their families to survive. For these children, education is a distant dream distorted by the immediate demands of poverty. WikkiTimes’ Babaji Usman writes.
Niger Govt Promised Security But Illegal Mining Continues Unchecked After Miners Attacked M.I Wushishi Residents
Niger Govt Promised Security But Illegal Mining Continues Unchecked After Miners Attacked M.I Wushishi Residents By Umoh Umoh On the...
Hopping to Riches: How Jigawa Residents Make Fortune Selling Frogs
For Muhammad Isah, a 32-year-old Crop Science graduate, unemployment led him into frog trading—a decision that transformed his life. Today, he earns over ₦150,000 monthly, supporting his family. Hadejia, Jigawa, is Nigeria’s frog trade hub, supplying local and global markets. Despite challenges like rising costs and environmental concerns, the business sustains thousands and generates significant government revenue, providing a lifeline for many displaced by conflict.