New York’s Mayoral Election Is a Test of Our Civic Integrity
By Sheikh Musa Drammeh New York City voters are heading into one of the most layered and consequential mayoral elections...
Opinion
Community Op-Ed: Delivering on Safety: Record Low Shootings and Homicides in 2025
This National Gun Violence Awareness Month, where we honor and remember victims of gun crimes, our administration is making good...
Community Op-Ed: “We Outside Summer”
Despite all the rain we have been getting recently, summer just unofficially began in New York City with Memorial Day....
Op-Ed: Before it was Memorial Day
A Sacred and Essential Act of Remembrance By Department of Veterans’ Services Commissioner James Hendon Memorial Day, formerly known as...
Community Op-Ed: A Safe and Fun Summer in the Greatest City in the World
Summer in the city has begun, and we want all New Yorkers to enjoy the season in the greatest city...
JAMB, INEC and the Heavy Burden of National Expectations
In Nigeria, we often demand excellence from our institutions without fully appreciating the daunting challenges they face. Two bodies that...
Mayor Adams’ Community Op-Ed: Our Bodegas Were a Lifeline During COVID-19. Now, We Are Providing a Lifeline to Them
By New York City Mayor Eric Adams and UBA President Radhames Rodriguez Bodegas are on every corner of New York...
Community Op-Ed: Destroying Guns, Protecting Our City
The Adams administration has been committed to public safety from the start, and getting illegal guns off our streets and...
Community Op-Ed: Standing in Solidarity with our Dominican Community
The Dominican community in New York City is the largest anywhere in the world outside of the Dominican Republic —...
Community Op-Ed: Improving Quality of Life as We Make New York City the Best Place to Raise a Family
We all want to enjoy a great quality of life in the greatest city in the world — but it’s...
Sudan’s Crisis: A War That Affects Us
File source: Google The ongoing conflict in Sudan is not just a Sudanese tragedy—it is an African crisis with profound...
OpED: When Prisons Become Crime Hubs: The Chilling Case of Inmates Running Robbery Rings in Benin
In a shocking revelation that should send chills down the spine of every Nigerian, an armed robbery in Benin City...
Mayor Eric Adams’ Community OpEd: Bringing More Jobs to Every Borough, Block, and Neighborhood
Every day, New Yorkers work hard to build a better future for themselves and their families. They want a chance...
Mayor Eric Adams’ Community OpEd: Making New York City the Best Place to Raise a Family
Last week in Harlem, the neighborhood where generations of Black families have flourished, I reported to New Yorkers on the...
Prof Omoteso’s rise to deputy vice-chancellor at UK’s Anglia Ruskin University redefines global standards
Photo Source: Anglia Ruskin University Nigerians abroad continue to shatter ceilings and redefine global standards, leaving indelible marks across industries....
Ivory Coast’s expulsion of French troops signals the end of an era
Ivory Coast’s decision to expel French troops from its soil marks a pivotal moment in the evolving relationship between Africa...
Mayor Eric Adams’ Community OpEd: 2024 — A Record Year of Delivering for New Yorkers
When I was sworn in as the 110th mayor of New York City, I promised to “Get Stuff Done.” That...
Ten powerful African leaders shaping the continent future
In an era of unprecedented challenges and opportunities, Africa's political landscape is steered by a dynamic group of leaders, each...
Healthcare Access in Rural vs. Urban Africa: A Comparative Study
Healthcare access is defined as the ability of individuals to obtain timely and adequate healthcare services when needed. Access to...
Addressing the smuggling crisis in Africa: solutions for a safer future
Smuggling has emerged as a significant threat across Africa, manifesting in various forms, from human trafficking and arms trade crisis...
Israel’s quest for peace amidst Gaza proximity threats
In the complex geopolitical landscape of the amidst Gaza, few countries encapsulate the struggle for security and survival like Israel's....
Eric Adams’ Community Op Ed: Your City Wants to Help Put Money in Your Pocket
New York is a city that works for our people, with resources available to help hard-working residents afford the cost...
Mayor Eric Adams’ Community Op Ed: The Bronx is Buying a Ticket to the Future with Historic Metro-North Plan
With New York City’s rental vacancy rate at a historic low of just 1.4 percent and half of all New...
Mayor Eric Adams’ Community OpEd: The EITC – Helping Working Families Afford to Live in the Greatest City in the World
Working people and families make life in our city possible. Their work and contributions in every sector — from public...
Opinion: A comprehensive overview of Mpox virus and public health response
Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, is a zoonotic viral disease caused by the monkeypox virus, a member of the Orthopoxvirus...
Healthy Lifestyle: Best Ways to Reduce Obesity in the Black and Brown Communities in New York
Understanding the Issue: Obesity in Black and Brown CommunitiesObesity is a critical health concern that disproportionately affects Black and Brown...
Why African Americans Must Support NYC Mayor Eric Adams for Re-Election
Historical and Personal Connections: Eric Adams' Impact on the African American CommunityEric Adams' dedication to public service is deeply rooted...
How Black and African American New Yorkers Can Succeed in New York Politics
Understanding the Political LandscapeNew York's political landscape presents a complex tapestry of historical significance and evolving dynamics, particularly for Black...
What Successful African Immigrants in New York City Do
Finding Their Niche: Career and Business AdaptationAfrican immigrants who find success in New York City often do so by adeptly...
Why People Visit Africa: Unveiling the Continent’s Allure
Diverse and Stunning Natural LandscapesAfrica's natural landscapes are among the most varied and breathtaking in the world. The continent's vast...
Protests in UK and Nigeria: A Tale of Two Nations
Violent Protest in the United Kingdom: When Order is Challenged In what many have described as an unsettling turn of...
Opinion: Paul Kagame’s reelection: Expectations from Rwandans
As Rwanda approaches the next election cycle, the reelection of President Paul Kagame becomes a focal point of national and...
City of Yes: A little more housing in every neighborhood
Our city is facing a generational housing crisis with a vacancy rate at 1.4 percent, and half of all New...
Opinion: ECOWAS single currency and its values for Africa
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has embarked on a transformative journey to establish a single currency, the...
Humans with the Adaptive Instinct: Thriving in an Ever-Changing World
Human beings are inherently equipped with an adaptive instinct that has enabled them to survive, evolve, and thrive through countless...
Egypt’s Economic Growth: Navigating Challenges and Embracing Opportunities
In recent years, Egypt has been experiencing notable economic growth, characterized by significant developments and reforms aimed at stabilizing the...
Mayor Eric Adams Community Op Ed: “Operation Padlock to Protect”
……..How New York City is Taking Action to Shut Down Illegal Smoke and Cannabis Shops When we came to office...
Mayor Eric Adams’ Community OpEd: Fiscal Year 2025 Executive Budget — Getting Stuff Done for Working-Class New Yorkers
For over two years, cities across the country have struggled to respond to the aftereffects of the COVID-19 pandemic. In...
From Streets to City Hall: A Lifelong Journey of Mayor Eric Adams’ Service
By Luis Vicente Carpio Mayor Eric Adams has served the people of New York City as an NYPD Officer, State...
Mayor Eric Adams’ Community Op-Ed: Scoring a Goal for Affordable Housing
In November 2022, our administration announced a historic once-in-a-generation transformation of the Willets Points neighborhood in Queens. This neighborhood, which...
Air Peace : A Triumph of Nigerian Spirit Over Exploitation in the Skies
By Folorunso Fatai Adisa “That boy calls you father. Do not bear a hand in his death.” The airplane touched...
Mayor Eric Adams’ Community Op-Ed: Jobs NYC: Connecting More New Yorkers to Good-Paying Jobs
Since day one, this administration has had a clear mission: protect public safety, rebuild our economy, and make our city...
Mayor Eric Adams’ Community Op-Ed: Social Media and Youth Mental Health
New York City has always been a hub for technology and innovation. And while technology has helped create jobs, opportunities,...
Eric Adams’ Community Op-Ed: Yes to Housing in God’s Backyard
When we came into office, we had a clear mission: protect public safety, rebuild our economy as quickly as possible,...
Celebrating Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru @ 60: A Remarkable Journey of Leadership and Legacy
Entering the illustrious realm of sixty years is not merely a passage of time but a profound testament to divine...
Mayor Eric Adams’ Community Op-Ed: Giving a Raise for New York City’s Human Services Workers
When I was a child, my family lived on the edge of homelessness. My five siblings and I would go...
Mayor Eric Adams’ Community Op-Ed: Building a City of Opportunity
As I often say, we live in a city of 8.3 million people — and 35 million opinions. But one...
Mayor Eric Adams’ Community Op-Ed: Building a legal, equitable cannabis industry that works for us all
When we came to office two years ago, we had a clear vision: protect public safety, revitalize the economy, and...
Mayor Eric Adams’ Community Op-Ed: Building a legal, equitable cannabis industry that works for us all
When we came to office two years ago, we had a clear vision: protect public safety, revitalize the economy, and...
A Roadmap to Ceasefire: Facilitating Dialogue Between Muslims and Israel
By Sheikh Musa Drammeh The escalating casualties in Gaza demand immediate attention and action. The staggering loss of life and...