Nigeria
It is Time to End Bad Governance Within Nigeria
Nigeria had been rocked by the #EndBadGovernance protests calling for much needed reforms
Opinion
Africa’s Leaders Do Not Represent Us
Perhaps one of the most frustrating aspects of African politics is that much of the world views our continent through the lens of African politicians.
Politics
The African Union Has Become an Irrelevant Institution
In the face of many of numerous crises faced by the African continent; the African Union has largely become an irrelevant and ineffectual institution.
Opinion
There are Too Few “Good Politicians” in Africa
Politics is an ugly game anywhere in the world. Politicians are known for lying, cutting corners, stealing, etc., anything to get into positions of...
Culture
America’s Obsession With Race; From an African Perspective
Viewing American culture from an external standpoint as someone who grew up in Africa, one stark difference between our two societies that I have...
Opinion
It is Time to Stop Blaming Outsiders for Africa’s Problems
One thing I have never quite enjoyed encountering from many African writers and intellectuals is this overemphasis on conflating many of Africa’s issues in...
Opinion
Africa’s Political Class Is Too Out Of Touch
One of the most frustrating aspects of the African political climate is how corrupt and out of touch most of our leaders and politician...
Democracy
We need more Democracy in Africa, not less
Democratic governance has demonstrated its status as one of the most effective systems of government globally. The transparency and accountability inherent in democratic nations...
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The Toxic Culture of Over-Respect Towards Elders
Respecting elders is important, but when it becomes automatic and unquestioned, it can do more harm than good
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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?
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We Must Not Allow Authoritarianism to Reign Across Africa
With Authoritarianism on the rise globally, we must work to ensure that democratic rule is promoted and maintained across Africa.
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
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Africa’s Younger Generations Must Be Better
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