Category: Government
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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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South Sudan: A Dream of Freedom Trapped in Endless Conflict
Read article →: South Sudan: A Dream of Freedom Trapped in Endless ConflictSouth Sudan’s independence in 2011 was hailed as a rare triumph of self-determination. Yet, beneath the celebrations lay deep-seated ethnic divisions, fragile governance, and…
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Urgent Need for African Self-Reliance in Healthcare and Development
Read article →: Urgent Need for African Self-Reliance in Healthcare and DevelopmentFor decades, Africa has relied on international aid to support its healthcare and development sectors. However, the recent suspension of U.S. foreign aid has…
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IBB, June 12, and Nigeria’s History: Truth or Revisionism?
Read article →: IBB, June 12, and Nigeria’s History: Truth or Revisionism?The annulment of the June 12 election plunged Nigeria into chaos, triggering widespread protests and a brutal military crackdown. In Journey in Service, Babangida…
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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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Policing in Nigeria: Lessons from the American System
Read article →: Policing in Nigeria: Lessons from the American SystemNigeria’s policing system faces numerous challenges, including ineffective crime investigation and prosecution. These issues often result in criminals going unpunished due to lack of…
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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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Path to State Police in Nigeria: Learning from History and Global Models
Read article →: Path to State Police in Nigeria: Learning from History and Global ModelsThe concept of state police in Nigeria has traversed a tumultuous journey through history, reflecting a nation grappling with its various challenges and aspirations.…
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Leadership in Africa: Dictators and Visionaries
Read article →: Leadership in Africa: Dictators and VisionariesIn leadership, two contrasting models often emerge: the dictator and the visionary. As I search my leadership class notes, I have been confronted with…
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Haiti’s Gang Violence and Kenya Led Multi-National Policing
Read article →: Haiti’s Gang Violence and Kenya Led Multi-National PolicingHaiti, a nation plagued by political turmoil, economic struggles, and societal unrest, has become a breeding ground for rampant gang violence. The assassination of…
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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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Nigerian Gun Debate and Right to Self-Defense
Read article →: Nigerian Gun Debate and Right to Self-DefenseThe recent spate of violent attacks in Nigeria’s northern regions has reignited a crucial debate: should Nigerians be allowed to bear arms for self-defense?…
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January 15, 1966 Coup in Nigeria and Ethnic Dynamics
Read article →: January 15, 1966 Coup in Nigeria and Ethnic DynamicsThe January 15, 1966 coup in Nigeria remains a highly contentious and debated event in the country’s history. At the heart of the controversy…
