The dissolution of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad is the first step, but Nigeria needs a complete reform of its police.
Politics and Society
Politics and Society COVID-19: examining theories for Africa’s low death rates
The gap between predictions of COVID-19 deaths in Africa and what has actually happened is staggering.
Politics and Society Africa and the world continue to allow illegal capital flight
Despite having so much to gain from them, Africa’s role in negotiations to reform international tax is negligible.
Politics and Society For African politicians, fashion could mean more than just dress
From red berets to full-on cosplaying, leaders across the continent have a robust relationship with fashion.
Politics and Society Presidential power play undermines democracy in Africa
Exploiting public office to win elections is common but Madagascar and Cabo Verde are making polls more fair.
Politics and Society Covid-19 has made inequality worse, researchers find
The Covid-19 pandemic and lockdown have deepened inequality on many levels, researchers have found.
Politics and Society Nigeria is still struggling at 60. But hope is still alive
Sixty years after political independence, it is clear that Nigeria has not fulfilled its huge potential, but with a supportive public culture it can transform that into success.
Politics and Society Third terms for presidents of Côte d’Ivoire and Guinea must be stopped
Regional leaders should prevent crises related to power transfers and restore some sense of accountability in African politics.
Politics and Society Waiting for trial can be worse than facing the sentence: a study in Nigerian prisons
The proportion of prisoners awaiting trial in Nigeria is disturbing, and prolonged imprisonment can have a damaging effect on their mental functioning.