USA
The Trump Assassination Attempt Shows the Risks of Hyperpolarisation
The assassination attempt against President Trump shows the danger of hyperpolarisation in American Politics
Nigeria
Nigeria’s Politicians Are Our Biggest Obstacle to Prosperity
For too long it has been the case around Nigeria that politicians exploit their positions to enrich themselves at the expense of Nigerians
Nigeria
ECOWAS Needs to Have Its Own Joint Security Force
After over a decade of armed insurgents ravaging the region, it is time for ECOWAS to form it own regional security force to combat terrorism.
Democracy
Protests in Africa: The Deadly Cost of Speaking Out
Too often it has been the case around Africa that peaceful protest has been met with violent crackdowns. The actions by Kenyan police are the latest example.
Nigeria
Tribal Politics Have Had Terrible Consequences in Nigeria
Nigeria's internal divisions have meant that tribal politics has been the norm over the decades since the country gained independence
Politics
Separatist Forces Will Forever Be A Problem Across Africa
The results of the borders established during the colonial era by European powers still has its effects on Africa today.
Economy
Is Getting a University Education Still Worth It?
The ballooning cost of university tuition, coupled with the growing political divides has led many to conclude that a university degree is no longer worth it
Politics
Sports And Politics: A Match Made in Hell
Perhaps one of the most detrimental social trends of the last decade has been the fusing of politics with many aspects of social life.
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African Trends: Iran War Causes Spike in Oil Prices
The consequences of the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran have not limited to the Middle East.
When is Foreign Intervention Justified?
When a government turns its weapons on its own people, does sovereignty still shield it from outside intervention?
African Trends: When will Africa become self-sufficient?
The growing starvation crisis across the continent begs the question: when will Africa become self-sufficient?
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In the face of many of numerous crises faced by the African continent; the African Union has largely become an irrelevant and ineffectual institution.
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