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The Imperative of Think Tanks: Fostering Collaborative Problem-Solving for Nigeria’s Development

August 1, 2023July 31, 2023 by The Blogger

This article delves into the critical role of think tanks in addressing the developmental challenges faced by Nigeria. Specifically, it highlights the significance of an organisation like the Institute for Economic Growth and Prosperity (IEGP), which brings together professionals from various sectors to collaboratively work with the government in problem-solving and policy formulation. By fostering … Read more

Arikana Chihombori-Quao: Why is Africa turning away from the United States?

July 1, 2023 by The Blogger

Officials in the United States look upon Africans as people “in need of help” or people who “need to be told what to do”, and this is destroying relations between Africa and Washington, according to the former African Union representative to the US, Arikana Chihombori-Quao. “The US needs to call a timeout and treat Africans … Read more

If we want to save democracy we need to clean up politics

May 7, 2023May 7, 2023 by The Blogger

Politics has always been a dirty game, but in recent years, the lack of honesty and integrity among politicians has reached new heights. The result is that democracy itself is under threat. The people who were elected to serve the public good now care more about lining their own pockets than about the well-being of … Read more

Jeffrey Sachs’ speech at the UN Food Systems Pre-Summit #UNFSS2021

April 12, 2023April 10, 2023 by The Blogger

Watch full Speech video: Jeffrey Sachs’ speech at the UN Food Systems Pre-Summit #UNFSS2021 What is the Food Systems Summit? In 2021, UN Secretary-General António Guterres will convene a Food Systems Summit as part of the Decade of Action to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. The Summit will launch bold new actions … Read more

BRICS alliance and why the West should pay attention

February 24, 2023 by The Blogger

BRICS is an acronym that stands for Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. These five countries, comprising about 42% of the world’s population, formed an alliance in 2009 (expansion of BRIC, formed in 2006) to promote cooperation and collaboration among their economies. Over the years, the alliance has expanded to include a wide range … Read more

Why participation in politics is important

February 24, 2023February 19, 2023 by The Blogger

Participation in politics is essential because it allows individuals to have a voice in the decisions that affect their lives and their communities. Here are some key reasons why participation in politics is important: Ensuring that diverse perspectives are represented: When people from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are involved in public life and politics, … Read more