Nigeria and the Scramble for Africa 2.0 – By Dakuku Peterside …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> “Scramble for Africa” historically refers to the late 19th and early 20th centuries when European powers colonised and divided the African continent, seeking political, economic, and strategic dominance. Africa was mercilessly exploited, and to date, the scars remain. With its … Read more
Nigeria’s public policy gambles – By Dakuku Peterside …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> In July 1986, Nigeria’s military president, General Ibrahim Babangida, launched a public policy initiative hailed as the silver bullet for Nigeria’s distressed economy: the Structural Adjustment Programme (SAP). A local adaptation of an IMF/World Bank initiative, SAP was intended to stabilise the economy. However, … Read more
Nigeria and the illusion of good governance – By Dakuku Peterside …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> Good governance is universally acknowledged as a critical factor in the progress and development of any nation. In Nigeria, both the elite and the common people share this profound understanding of governance’s impact on the country’s trajectory. However, despite this … Read more
From the DNC: Lessons for Nigerian political parties – By Dakuku Peterside …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> Nigerians’ profound interest in US elections is no mere coincidence. The roots of this fascination lie deep in the historical and structural connections between the two countries’ political systems. Nigeria’s democracy, modelled closely after the US presidential-style system, naturally … Read more
China, Nigeria, and hostage aircraft – By Dakuku Peterside …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>> Every story has two sides, but when a country’s reputation as a sovereign and an investment destination comes under threat, it calls for immediate concern and action from its citizens and leaders. The recent unfolding of a concerning development has significant implications … Read more