Africa’s Debt Crisis: Breaking the CycleAfrica, rich in minerals (30% global reserves) and arable land, with a young population, faces a debt and underdevelopment cycle…May 14A response icon1May 14A response icon1
Why Young Africans Are Looking Beyond the WestWestern sources lament young Africans turning to Russia, but is it surprising? Years of Western support for autocrats despite democratic…May 8May 8
The price of cowardice: Nigeria’s governors have set us on the road to one-man ruleNigeria’s democracy is alarmingly collapsing due to state governors’ cowardice, enabling authoritarian rule. The Rivers crisis exemplifies…May 1May 1
Nigeria’s Fractured Identity: A Country Divided by Religion and EthnicityNigeria has a fragmented identity, and some of the dynamics are interesting. Religious unity in the North contrasts with ethnic divisions…Apr 24Apr 24
Nigeria’s Silent Pulpits: Why Are Our Pastors Quiet?As we commemorate the crucifixion of Christ, we should spare a thought for our coreligionists who are in dire straits. In recent weeks…Apr 18Apr 18
Our bans invariably backfire, so why do we persist?I observed the play count for Eedris Abdulkareem’s “Tell Your Papa” yesterday, and over 9 hours, it kept getting higher.Apr 14Apr 14
A puritanical spiral becomes a plungeEthnic hatred in Nigeria, particularly against Ndi Igbo, is a dangerous path. It will lead to devastating economic and social fallout, as…Apr 12Apr 12
Trump’s Tariffs: A Double-Edged Sword for African EconomiesDonald Trump’s proposed tariffs, including a 10% import levy and huge surcharge on Chinese goods, pose risks and opportunities for African…Apr 7Apr 7
Geographical determinism and AfricaGeographical determinism, the theory that physical environments significantly influence social and political development, offers a lens…Apr 7A response icon1Apr 7A response icon1
