Two new Ebola drugs to begin trials in Africa

November 14, 2014 | konknaijagirl

In December, researchers will begin clinical trials to evaluate the efficacy of two new drugs for treating Ebola in West Africa.

Both drugs were designed to fight other viruses but may be effective against Ebola as well. The current … Read More

Reflections – African Economic Outlook – West Africa Edition

November 14, 2014 | konknaijagirl

The African Economic Outlook 2014 announces steadily progressing economic and social conditions in West Africa, which remains the fastest growing region on the continent. The region’s macroeconomic prospects are favourable. After some moderation in 2013 growth is likely to accelerate … Read More

Why networking feels so ‘icky’

November 14, 2014 | konknaijagirl

Givers of career advice constantly remind ambitious professionals that networking is essential to advancing a career.

But cultivating the acquaintance of influential or knowledgeable people in the hope that they can help boost you up the ladder of success … Read More

UK Group Urges Nigerians to Support APC

October 31, 2014 | konknaijaboy

Disturbed by the continuous dwindling fortunes of Nigeria despite its huge human and natural resources, a group of Nigerians resident in the United Kingdom has opted for the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) as the preferred political party to control … Read More

Jonathan’s Second Term Not Negotiable, Says Arthur Eze

October 31, 2014 | konknaijaboy

Mantu, Obi, Innoson, others back president’s bid

Yemi Akinsuyi in Abuja

 

Oil magnate, Chief Arthur Eze, has openly declared that the re-election bid of President Goodluck Jonathan is not subject to any debate.

 

The chieftain of the Peoples … Read More

Ceasefire: Boko Haram to release 218 Chibok girls Monday

October 18, 2014 | konknaijaboy

There are strong indications that the 218 schoolgirls abducted six months ago in Chibok, Borno State, by the violent Boko Haram sect may be released on Monday following a ceasefire agreement between the sect and the Federal Government.

The Federal … Read More