As Nigeria marks its 62nd independence anniversary, many will be checking to see if there is indeed any reason for celebrations. Reasons for pessimism are not hard to find. Major statistics for the economy, security and human development paint a picture of a country in despair. Time was when the naira, Nigeria’s currency, was stronger […]
how the war in Sudan hurts its fragile neighbour
Since the 15 April outbreak of hostilities in Sudan, the civilian population has been bearing the brunt. The Rapid Support Forces, led by General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo (called Hemeti), are in conflict with the Sudanese Armed Forces, led by General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, Sudan’s de facto head of state. Nearly 1.4 million people have been […]