Dolapo's Corner

  I often come across posts on twitter that stir up the idea of racial superiority—casting it as a competition between the white man and the black man. But after reflecting on history, personal learning, and even games like   Rise of Nations , I believe the story is far more complex. Civilizations don't emerge in a vacuum—they're shaped by geography. Take ancient Egypt, which flourished along the Nile, or the Indus Valley civilization that thrived beside its namesake river. These rivers provided the conditions for agriculture, trade, and political organization. Geography offered the foundation—civilization followed. In the Global North, long winters made farming impossible for much of the year. People had to prepare for months of scarcity, storing food and planning long-term. This environmental pressure likely fostered strategic thinking and foresight. In a way, it echoes the biblical story of Joseph advising Pharaoh to prepare during years of abundance. This principle holds a...

  Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is a concept that encourages companies to go beyond simply making profits—to consider their impact on society and the environment, and to contribute positively to the communities in which they operate. Around the world, CSR has become a cornerstone of ethical business practice, but in Nigeria, it remains largely voluntary. In most cases, when companies in Nigeria engage in CSR, it takes the form of charity or goodwill gestures—building boreholes, sponsoring school competitions, or donating to local festivals. These acts, though valuable, are not rooted in any legal obligation. They are optional, often inconsistent, and left entirely to the discretion of the companies. This leads us to a central question: why is CSR not enforceable by law in Nigeria? A Legal Vacuum The Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA), which governs corporate activities in Nigeria, makes no binding provision for CSR. This means there is no requirement for companies to g...

  You would be forgiven if you had thought the US trade war with China is coming to an end however in a new barrage of attacks, the biggest economy in the world has escalated the confrontation with an emerging global powerhouse. Central to this trend is Huawei. Huawei has enjoyed an astronomical rise to global relevance, being the second largest phone maker by phones shipped (second to samsung) yet, the company's largest business is done in telecoms equipment and accessories. In the next-generation 5G network, Huawei is a key player, offering standard yet more affordable pricing than most rivals in the development of 5G infrastructure around the world, the US is especially suspicious of the use of Huawei gears in the new network since it is more data sensitive and brings the possibility of remote access and control, the Chinese legislation that also mandates Chinese firms to aid the state with their resources is of particular concern to President Trump. The US have thus banned all...

Mandela remains taken to air base   14 December 2013 The remains of anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela have been transferred to Waterkloof air base for a farewell from the African National Congress (ANC). The military handed over Mr Mandela's flag-draped coffin to the ANC at a solemn ceremony broadcast live on South African television. The remains will be returned to military control later this morning. Mr Mandela's coffin will then be flown to the Eastern Cape in preparation for his funeral tomorrow. It is expected to arrive this afternoon and to be greeted by a full military ceremony. The late president died last week at age 95. His body lay in state for three days this week, drawing huge crowds of South Africans who mourned his death and celebrated his successful stru...