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Profiles

Peter Obi the Pragmatic: the Reshaping of Nigerian Politics

The 2023 Nigerian presidential election marked a watershed moment in the nation's political history, ignited by an unprecedented wave of youth-led civic engagement. At th…

08 Oct 2026
Profiles

Rewriting the Rules of African Development Finance: the Bold Vision of Akinwumi Adesina

30 Sept 2026
Business

Lagos Built a Clearing House. West Africa Is Still Waiting to Use It

04 Sept 2026 · 6 min read
Business

The Cold Chain Decides Who Gets Paid

03 Sept 2026 · 5 min read
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A Port, a Corridor, and Four Landlocked States

02 Sept 2026 · 5 min read

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