Category: Economy
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Nigeria 2027: Fuel Subsidy, Changing Promises and the National Interest
Read article →: Nigeria 2027: Fuel Subsidy, Changing Promises and the National InterestNigeria’s subsidy debate involves more than competing campaign promises. This article examines Tinubu, Atiku and Obi’s documented positions, the pressures on households and public…
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The Forgotten Revolution: How Early Electric Vehicles Were Overtaken by Fossil Fuel Power
Read article →: The Forgotten Revolution: How Early Electric Vehicles Were Overtaken by Fossil Fuel PowerMore than a century ago, electric vehicles quietly ruled America’s roads—clean, quiet, and years ahead of their time. But as cheap oil flooded the…
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Fault Lines and Shockwaves: Ethnicity, Greed and Regional Fallout in Liberian Wars
Read article →: Fault Lines and Shockwaves: Ethnicity, Greed and Regional Fallout in Liberian WarsThe Liberian civil wars were never confined to Liberia alone. Fueled by ethnic tensions, regional rivalries, and the ruthless pursuit of profit, the wars…
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Power and Betrayal: How Taylor, Doe and Johnson Drove Liberia into War
Read article →: Power and Betrayal: How Taylor, Doe and Johnson Drove Liberia into WarIn the crucible of Liberia’s descent into civil war, three names loom large: Charles Taylor, Samuel Doe, and Prince Johnson. What began as a…
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Middle East Conflicts and Their Impacts on Africa
Read article →: Middle East Conflicts and Their Impacts on AfricaAs geopolitical tensions rise in the Middle East, African nations face indirect but significant consequences. This article explores how global conflicts—while physically distant—can impact…
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Cape Republic: Could Africa Soon Welcome Its Newest Country?
Read article →: Cape Republic: Could Africa Soon Welcome Its Newest Country?As discontent with national governance grows, a rising chorus in South Africa’s Western Cape is calling for independence. Advocates argue that decades of mismanagement,…
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Sudan’s Civil War: How a Dream for Democracy Turned into a Humanitarian Nightmare
Read article →: Sudan’s Civil War: How a Dream for Democracy Turned into a Humanitarian NightmareSudan’s dream for democracy has crumbled into one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises. Once united by hope after the fall of dictator Omar…
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U.S. Oil Industry: Production, Dependence, and Global Impact
Read article →: U.S. Oil Industry: Production, Dependence, and Global ImpactThe United States stands as the world’s largest oil producer, yet its energy landscape is marked by paradoxes. Producing 21 million barrels per day,…
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World Bank: Nigeria Retains Its Position as Africa’s Largest Economy
Read article →: World Bank: Nigeria Retains Its Position as Africa’s Largest EconomyNigeria continues to hold its position as Africa’s largest economy, reaffirmed by the latest World Bank report. Despite facing inflation, currency fluctuations, and investment…
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Rwanda’s Hidden Agenda in the DRC Conflict
Read article →: Rwanda’s Hidden Agenda in the DRC ConflictThe Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is once again at the center of a brutal conflict, with the resurgence of the M23 rebel group…
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Nigeria Parliament Rejects Bill to Expand Islamic Law in Nigeria’s Constitution
Read article →: Nigeria Parliament Rejects Bill to Expand Islamic Law in Nigeria’s ConstitutionIn a recent session, Nigeria’s House of Representatives voted down a bill that sought to amend the 1999 Constitution by expanding the scope of…
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Kano’s History: The Igbo Factor in Intergroup Relations and Commerce
Read article →: Kano’s History: The Igbo Factor in Intergroup Relations and CommerceThe rich and complex history of intergroup relations in Nigeria is filled with stories of resilience, cooperation, and occasional tension. One such tale is…
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Kenya Protest 2024: A Turning Point for Fiscal Policy and Civic Engagement
Read article →: Kenya Protest 2024: A Turning Point for Fiscal Policy and Civic EngagementKenya’s 2024 protests, centered around the controversial Finance Bill, have drawn international attention due to their intensity and broad socio-economic implications. The protests were…
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ANC, DA, and IFP Coalition in South Africa: A New Era Under Ramaphosa
Read article →: ANC, DA, and IFP Coalition in South Africa: A New Era Under RamaphosaYesterday 19th June 2024, Cyril Ramaphosa was sworn in once again as President of South Africa, but this time under a unique political landscape.…
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Nigeria at a Crossroads: Subsidy and Exchange Rate
Read article →: Nigeria at a Crossroads: Subsidy and Exchange RateNigeria’s new president, Bola Tinubu, has made bold moves by scrapping the fuel subsidy and unifying the exchange rates. These policies, while applauded by…
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Communism: Utopia or Dystopia?
Read article →: Communism: Utopia or Dystopia?Communism, a socio-economic system aiming for a classless society with common ownership, has sparked fiery debates throughout history. While some hail it as a…
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How Software Redefined the Taxi Business
Read article →: How Software Redefined the Taxi BusinessThe iconic yellow cab, once a ubiquitous symbol of urban mobility, has faced a formidable challenger in recent years: the sleek, app-driven ride-hailing service.…
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Zimbabwe’s Currency: History and Uncertain Future
Read article →: Zimbabwe’s Currency: History and Uncertain FutureImagine prices doubling or tripling within hours. That’s the grim reality Zimbabwe faced in 2008, a country grappling with the world’s highest hyperinflation (a…
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Why Nigerians Can’t Fully Embrace PayPal and What Can Be Done
Read article →: Why Nigerians Can’t Fully Embrace PayPal and What Can Be DoneNigeria’s financial tango with PayPal has left many pondering the limitations on receiving money. Regulations, infrastructure gaps, and fraud concerns are at play. While…
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Why Do Interest Rates Go Up When Prices Do?
Read article →: Why Do Interest Rates Go Up When Prices Do?Central banks, like the US Federal Reserve, aim to maintain stable prices and employment. When inflation rises, they raise interest rates to reduce borrowing…
