Faye’s Triumph: A Catalyst for Populist Surge In Africa?
By Chidinma Nebolisa March 2024 marked a historic moment in Senegal’s political landscape as Bassirou Diomaye Faye ascended to the presidency, becoming Africa’s youngest leader. From Macky Sall’s postponement to Faye’s landslide victory, the Senegalese election saga has been one for the books, captivating global attention. Many attribute his victory to his “radical” campaign ideologies,[…]
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The Return of Zuma: A Political Controversy Unfolds
By Oluwaseun Taiwo As South Africa gears up for its upcoming election, the political landscape is once again dominated by the controversial figure of former President Jacob Zuma. Amidst a storm of legal battles and public outcry, Zuma has announced his candidacy for the presidency under the banner of the uMKhonto We SIZWe (MK) party.[…]
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MOSES SEGUN ABOLADE WON THE ERDAHL PEACE SCHOLARSHIP
One of our fellows – MOSES SEGUN ABOLADE the Peacebuilding Facilitator at Peace Education and Practice Network won the Erdahl Peace Scholarship facilitated by World Citizens Peace. From all of us at the Centre for African Conflict and Development we say congratulations to our esteemed fellow and we appreciate the World Citizens Peace and Erdahl Peace Scholarship for[…]
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Dr. Michael Nwankpa had a Live Chat with Voice of Nigeria, Abuja
In a recent radio interview at the Voice of Nigeria, Michael Nwankpa, PhD the Director of the Centre for African Conflict and Development highlighted the importance of evidence-based research in driving impactful policy decisions for the advancement of Africa. From healthcare to economic development, research serves as the cornerstone for informed and sustainable policies. At[…]
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Court says bride price could be refunded if a woman’s body is returned to its form before marriage
One of our fellows, Judge Emmanuel Samaila’s post and legal decision has been published and cited by the Law and Society magazine Upper Customary Court Judge Read more >>> https://lawandsocietymagazine.com/court-says-bride-price-could-be-refunded-if-a-womans-body-is-returned-to-its-original-form-before-marriage/
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Testimonial from Fawaz Olowora about one of Michael Nwankpa’s Book
Today, Michael Nwankpa, Director of CACD woke up to an amazing mention from Fawaz Olowora, an avid reader and seeker of knowledge from Nigeria whom he have never had any interaction with before, but someone who has found his latest book: (Nigeria’s Fourth Republic, 1999-2021: A Militarised Democracy) interesting and motivating. The production of knowledge is[…]
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The Risk of Wagner in Africa with Nick Loxton and Michael Nwankpa
Michael Nwankpa, Founding Director and Director of Research at the Centre for African Conflict and Development participated in a podcast hosted by The International Risk Podcast. Listen here >>> https://theinternationalriskpodcast.com/episode-133-the-risk-of-wagner-in-africa-with-nick-loxton-and-michael-nwankpa/
Read MoreSpecial Issue on Boko Haram guest-edited by CACD Director
Special Issue on Boko Haram guest-edited by CACD Director, Michael Nwankpa with contributions from CACD network of researchers. The special issue was published as: ‘Understanding Boko Haram’s Past, Present and Trajectory’ by the Journal of African Conflict & Peacebuilding Review (ACPR), 2020
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Michael Nwankpa press interview with Guardian Newspaper Nigeria
Michael Nwankpa, Director of CACD press interview with Guardian Newspaper Nigeria on his book launch at the University of Lagos, 15 March 2023
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Nigeria’s Militarised Democracy and the 2023 Presidential Election
By Michael Nwankpa A Brief History of Democracy in Nigeria Nigeria’s fledgling democracy boasts of six elections and three changes of government. All these have happened since 1999 when Nigeria returned to civilian government after 16 years of consecutive military regimes. Most describe this period as the Fourth Republic. The Fourth Republic is Nigeria’s longest democratic[…]
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