Letters of Reasoning
Lessons from Nigeria’s Forex Policy Reversal
When governments come out to protect the market, they hurt the economy and the people bleed.
Abdullah Tijani
October 16, 2023
When governments come out to protect the market, they hurt the economy and the people bleed.
Over-taxing one group might bring short-term gains but could deter long-term growth and stability.
In West Africa, it’s becoming tougher and riskier to be a journalist. It seems like every day, they face more threats, arrests and attacks. The world is noticing that more journalists are being put in jail.
Democracy, as a system of government in Africa, is at its weakest point. In the last three years, the continent has witnessed seven coups. But evidence reveals that democracy was in a fragile state long before the military stepped in, making its disposal an option.
Telemedicine involves using digital devices like computers and smartphones to provide healthcare services remotely.
For several years, unemployment has always been on the rise, despite several government’s job creation campaigns. Have you ever wondered why?
Dear Advocate of Reason, As the Nigerian government sends out palliatives to dampen down the ember of hardship post-subsidy removal, many are reminded of past
When you look at a slave, you resent how miserable he is. Of course, he is poor because he possesses no property rights, no right to choose which business to venture into or what to sell, and no right to the fruit of his labour since he labours only for his master.
The central bank hopes that allowing the naira to find its true value will stimulate economic activity and attract foreign capital.
The impact of desertification is multifaceted. As land productivity declines, agricultural output falters, leading to food shortages and heightened competition for scarce resources.
As the dust settles on the general election, it is crucial for stakeholders to reflect on the successes and challenges of the electoral process, and chart a course for a more inclusive, transparent, and accountable democracy.
For decades, the Federal Government has monopolized the Power and Railways sector and limited state governments’ ability to provide stable electricity and efficient transportation systems to their citizens.
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