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April 25, 2024
Nigerian company creates taxi system fueled by electric vehicles

As climate change wreaks havoc around the world, the need for sustainable solutions grows. In Nigeria, a private company recently introduced an Uber-style taxi system made of approximately 200 electric vehicles. Gibson Emeka reports from Abuja, Nigeria. Amy Reifenrath narrates.
March 04, 2024
Nigeria Takes Bold Steps to Erase Digital Gender Gap

In a January report, the Bank says internet access reduced extreme poverty by 7% in the West African country. But it noted a digital gender gap where women are less likely than men to have internet access. Gibson Emeka reports from Abuja in this report narrated by Mary Alice Salinas
February 07, 2024
Nigerian Activists Working to End Painful Practice of Breast Ironing

A harmful practice called breast ironing or flattening affects about 3.8 million women in Africa, including some parts of Nigeria. The practice aims to delay development in adolescent girls. Gibson Emeka has this story, narrated by Salem Solomon.
January 20, 2024
Nigerian Startups See Rough Financing Road Ahead

Financing difficult to to secure, says one businessman
December 07, 2023
Continental Canoe Sprint Olympics Qualifier Takes Off in Nigeria

South Africa and Nigeria led the wins at the Africa Canoe Sprint Olympics qualifier, recently held in Abuja, Nigeria. Both nations had athletes qualify to compete in the 2024 Olympics in Paris.
December 03, 2023
Solar Grid Brings Light, Progress to Rural Nigerian Community

In early November, Nigeria launched its first interconnected solar hybrid mini grid in Nasarawa State to make electricity more reliable, renewable and accessible. Gibson Emeka has this story from Abuja, Nigeria, Grace Oyenubi narrates.
November 05, 2023
Advocates Call for Urgent Action to Avert Nigeria's Hunger Crisis

The call comes amid escalating hunger figures in the West African nation, which has reached a record high of nearly 25 million
October 31, 2023
Nigerian Economic Experts Say Chinese Imports Undermine Local Production

Consumers across the globe are used to seeing some version of “Made in China” on products they buy. But for local manufacturers in Nigeria, Chinese imports can mean unemployment, poverty, and inflation. Gibson Emeka has this story from Abuja, narrated by Vincent Makori. Camera: Emeka Gibson.
October 23, 2023
Nigeria Rolls Out Game to Boost Environmental Awareness

Nigeria is ramping up its environmental education efforts as floods and soil erosion increase due to climate change. The latest education initiative is a card game called Play, Learn and Act Now, or PLAN. Gibson Emeka has this story from Abuja, Nigeria.
October 18, 2023
Nigeria Has No Place to Teach Millions of Out-of-School Children

In Nigeria, finding solutions to the growing trend of out-of-school children has become a national emergency. An estimated 20 million children are not attending school, a situation that experts blame on a mix of cultural, economic and infrastructure problems, none of which have easy solutions.
October 11, 2023
Gender Stigma Affects Mothers of Children With Cerebral Palsy

In developing countries such as Nigeria, caregivers and parents of children with cerebral palsy struggle to support the children and deal with the stigma of the disorder. Gibson Emeka visits a mother in Abuja who has left everything to care for her son. Narrated by Salem Solomon.
October 08, 2023
Most Older Nigerians Face Retirement Without Pensions

In Nigeria, experts are concerned that poverty among older adults, most of whom have no pension plans, could worsen in a few years if the government does not address retirement coverage issues. Gibson Emeka has this story from Abuja, Nigeria, narrated by Vincent Makori. Video editing by Betsy Ayoub.
September 12, 2023
Nigeria Banks Add E-Fraud to List of Woes

Threats of electronic fraud, or e-fraud, in Nigeria is leading to financial exclusion, as vulnerable people face heightened barriers to safe and accessible financial services.
August 17, 2023
Crucial to Nigerian Economy, Small Businesses Struggle to Stay Afloat

Small- and medium-sized businesses account for the majority of enterprises and employment in Nigeria, but about 80% of these businesses fail within the first five years.
August 17, 2023
Young Entrepreneurs in Nigeria Drive Green Innovation

Pollution from discarded plastic, metals and other items is a persistent problem in Nigeria. Some young people are doing what they can to clean up the trash and make strides toward sustainable development. Gibson Emeka has this story from Abuja, Nigeria, narrated by Salem Solomon.
July 27, 2023
Nigeria Embraces Climate Activism

Environmental and climate activists across Nigeria are joining forces with others worldwide in the fight to combat climate change. Gibson Emeka has this story from Abuja, Nigeria. Narrated by Salem Solomon.
July 23, 2023
Experts Say Financing Gap Limits Women-Owned Businesses in Nigeria

Financing gap exposes financial barriers faced by women
July 20, 2023
As Gasoline Prices Soar, Some Nigerians Turn to Propane-Fueled Generators

Some consumers find they are saving money by using alternative fuel, also known as liquefied petroleum gas, or LPG
July 02, 2023
Nigeria Warns Citizens Against Consuming Animal Hides Following Anthrax Outbreak

Following an outbreak of the disease in Ghana, Nigeria alerts residents of dangers
June 12, 2023
Nigeria Pay-As-You-Go School Aims for Inclusion

The school gives children from low-income homes an opportunity to quality education

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