Boko Haram suicide attack in Borno: What does it mean for Nigeria’s Counter-Insurgency efforts?
By Adam Abass The Nigerian government has been battling Islamist-led insurgency in the northeastern state of Borno for the past 15 years. The conflict has resulted in thousands of civilian deaths and millions displaced, creating a dire humanitarian situation. Initiatives ranging from kinetic to non-kinetic approaches to end the more than a decade-long insurgency have[…]
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Enhancing Military and Civilian Cooperation to Tackle Nigeria’s National Security Challenge
By Lauretta Jimba Nigeria’s national security is consistently challenged by issues such as armed conflict, terrorism, and insurgency. Tackling these problems effectively requires more than just a robust military force; it requires strategic cooperation between the military and civilian sectors. Enhancing this partnership can lead to a more thorough and enduring solutions to Nigeria’s security[…]
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Climate Change, Peace, and Security in Africa
By Oluwaseun Taiwo Climate change is no longer a distant threat to humans and our environment. It is a current reality that is profoundly affecting various regions around the globe. Africa faces unique and severe challenges due to its geographical, economic, and political contexts. Africa contributes the least to global greenhouse gas emissions but suffers[…]
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The Devastating Impact of Conflict on Africa’s Food Security
By Rahel Solomon Conflict and violence have devastated food security across Africa. In 2023 alone, an estimated 149 million Africans were facing acute food insecurity, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) report. This alarming statistic lays bare the harsh reality facing millions of Africans, as ongoing clashes, civil wars, and ethnic tensions have[…]
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Minimum or Living Wage: Which way Forward?
By Tony Ademiluyi Going down historical lane, the battle for a fair wage for the Nigerian worker has been a long drawn one since the colonial era. Historians will recall that there was a nationwide strike in 1945 shortly after the Second World War which was led by the legendary Pa Micheal Imoudu arguably Nigeria’s[…]
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Balancing Global Acclaim with National Needs: The William Ruto Paradox
By Elizabeth Ibe In June 2024, President William Ruto of Kenya stood on the international stage, radiating with the glow of diplomatic achievements. His state visit to the White House marked a historic moment as Kenya was designated a major non-NATO ally, being the first in sub-Sahara Africa. Also, he participated in the 50th G7[…]
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SADC’s Exit: A New Security Challenge for Mozambique?
By Francis Assam The Southern African Development Community (SADC) military mission in Mozambique, known as the Southern African Mission in Mozambique (SAMIM), was deployed on July 15, 2021. Its mission: to confront the jihadist insurgency that has plagued the oil and gas-rich Cabo Delgado province since 2017. This insurgency, led by the group now calling[…]
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Harnessing the Economic Potentials of Northern Nigeria: An insight into Sustainable Development for the Region
By Adam Abass Northern Nigeria is faced with multi-faceted challenges that stem from widespread poverty, high levels of illiteracy, unemployment, and years of violent extremist activities. These issues have devastated the region, crippled its local economy and have impeded development opportunities compared to other areas of the country. Consequently, the region shows a significant developmental[…]
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Alliance of Sahel States: The New Regional Bloc Challenging ECOWAS
By Oluwaseun Taiwo In a significant move for African geopolitics, Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger formed a new alliance called the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) on September 16, 2023. This defense pact challenges the long-established Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). Initially, AES seemed to be a reaction to ECOWAS’s threat of military[…]
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Nigeria’s Minimum Wage Quandary
By Elizabeth Ibe The debate over minimum wage increment in Nigeria is a complex one, with strong arguments on both sides. On one hand, there is a compelling case for increasing the minimum wage to improve the living standards of low-income earners. On the other, there are concerns about the potential negative impacts on the[…]
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