The Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) was heralded as a landmark piece of legislation, designed to transform Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, protect the environment, and secure benefits for host communities through the establishment of Host Community Development Trusts (HCDTs). On paper, it appears to be a long-overdue reform aimed at correcting historical injustices and ensuring that...

Every few years, the tech world invents a new fairy tale. Right now, the hottest one making the rounds is that anyone—yes, anyone—can build a fully functional software application with just a single AI prompt. One line of text, and out pops a shiny full-stack app, complete with frontend, backend, database, security, payments, and deployment. This fantasy is being peddled by hype...

In today’s hyper-connected world, WhatsApp has become the default tool for everything: family check-ins, class discussions, church announcements, political strategy, and even corporate management. If a committee is formed, there will be a WhatsApp group. If a business is launched, there will be a WhatsApp group. If a community association meets, there will be—of course—a...

In the hospitality industry, reputation is everything. Guests expect not only comfort and excellent service but also a safe and professional environment. While many hotels invest heavily in staff training, guest relations, and service standards, one issue often underestimated is alcohol consumption by staff. Whether on duty or off duty, alcohol use on hotel premises is a serious matter that can...