Etietop Akpabio
Democracy
As Africans, We Shouldn’t Turn Our Backs on Democracy
In another article titled "Has Democracy Been Effective in Africa?" I discussed some of the arguments made by those who view democratic governance as having negative effects on African countries and their economic development. Although I personally disagree with these sentiments,...
Economy
Africa’s Housing Crisis
Often when we hear the term “housing crisis,” it is in reference to mostly developed nations. In many developed nations, especially in Western nations, the cost of housing has skyrocketed in recent years, pricing many people out of the...
Economy
Africa’s infrastructure has been the biggest victim of government corruption
Corruption has been a major problem all over the African continent, and its effects have been felt by all of us in one way or another.
Politics
Is ECOWAS Falling Apart?
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is currently grappling with one of its most significant challenges since its establishment in 1975.
Politics
The Unfulfilled Promises of African Independence
I was born long after my country, Nigeria, and many other African countries gained independence. Therefore, my understanding of that time period is largely based on everything I have learned and read about the struggle for independence across the...
Economy
Nigeria: The Binance Saga Paints a Bleak Picture on the Current State of Affairs
The detention of two Binance executives by Nigerian authorities, following their meetings with government officials, highlights a concerning state of affairs within the government. The circumstances surrounding their detention have raised concerns regarding due process and the use of...
Economy
Many of Africa’s Youth Are Graduating Into Unemployment
I recall a time, during my bachelor's studies, I was on campus with a close friend of mine, and we were just sitting around and talking. From our vantage point, we could see a large number of students going...
Economy
Africa is Being Held Back by Corruption
“Africa is not poor, its resources are just being mismanaged” is a quote that has been repeated by African leaders and world leaders alike for a long time now. The abundance of natural resources all over the African continent...
Democracy
Why Africa’s Youth Aren’t Interested in Politics
Africa is the youngest continent in the world, however, much of Africa's political class is still dominated by older generations. Despite making up the majority of the population, younger Africans tend to just not be very politically engaged. Despite younger...
About Me
Etietop Akpabio is a Nigerian Blogger and Journalist at the Sahel Post, as well as the host of the African Podcast 'Africa PolitiCast.' With a Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies from the University of Namibia, he is dedicated to providing insightful commentary and analysis on African affairs.
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