Perched on the Obudu Plateau in Cross River State, the Obudu Mountain Resort is arguably Nigeria's most scenic travel destination. With its temperate climate, rolling green hills, and winding mountain roads, it feels worlds away from the tropical heat of the lowlands. The journey up the mountain, whether by the winding road with its famous 20 hairpin bends or the exhilarating cable car ride, offers breathtaking panoramic views.
Nigerian teaching hospitals are experiencing a renaissance in clinical research, fueled by increased funding and international partnerships in 2024 and 2025. The University College Hospital (UCH) Ibadan and the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) have recently launched advanced molecular diagnostic labs. These facilities are enabling local scientists to conduct high-level genomic sequencing and infectious disease studies that were previously outsourced abroad.
The Presidency has reiterated its commitment to the current administration's bold economic reforms, citing recent data that suggests a gradual stabilization of the naira and a slight deceleration in headline inflation. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja yesterday, presidential spokespersons emphasized that the removal of fuel subsidies and the liberalization of the foreign exchange market were painful but necessary steps to avert a fiscal collapse. They pointed to the 3.4% economic growth projection for 2025 by international financial bodies as evidence that the country is on the path to recovery.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly gaining traction in Nigeria, with startups and established companies exploring its potential across various sectors, from finance and healthcare to agriculture and education. The adoption of AI is set to revolutionize traditional industries, optimizing operations, and creating new opportunities for growth and innovation.