Gender inequality manifests in Nigeria’s politicosphere as a deeply held belief by many, including some women, that men are superior to women and leadership is a man’s business.
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Democracy, Development and Governance
The International Community and Nigeria’s 2019 Elections
by Temitope Edward Akinyemi
Compared to past elections it would appear that the 2019 election has received less attention from the international community.
Democracy, Development and Governance
Security Agencies and the 2019 Elections in Nigeria
by Dare Ezekiel Arowolo
In Nigeria, incidents of violence are due to the zero-sum approach to political competition and the militarization of elections.
Democracy, Development and Governance
Bullets and Ballots: Exploring Insecurities and the 2019 Elections in Nigeria
Democracy, Development and Governance
Not Ready to Run? Youth and Nigeria’s 2019 General Elections
by Hakeem Onapajo
Despite the landmark legislation aimed at increasing the political participation of youth, early indications regarding youth political empowerment are not very encouraging.
Democracy, Development and Governance
Political Campaigns in the 2019 Election: Economic Debate Takes a Backseat
by Taiwo Owoeye
A review of the campaign documents of the two leading candidates, Muhammadu Buhari’s Next Level and Abubakar Atiku’s Let’s Get Nigeria Working Again, reveals that both are high on promises but short on specifics.
Democracy, Development and Governance
One Year After: Has the National Peace and Reconciliation Commission Act Failed Zimbabweans?
by Ruth Murambadoro
The situation in the country—marked by high-handed responses to public protest, political unrest, and a worsening economic crisis—continues to pose serious challenges to peace and justice.
Media
Africa Peace Journalism: A Manual for Media Practitioners in East Africa
by Fredrick Ogenga
Africa Peace Journalism: A Manual for Media Practitioners in East Africa is the outcome of the East Africa Regional Peace Journalism Training Workshop (March 2017) for journalists covering conflict and peacebuilding in East Africa. Organized by Rongo University’s Center for Media, Democracy, Peace, and Security (CMDPS) in partnership with the African Peacebuilding Network (APN) of the […]
Mediation & Reconciliation
Decolonizing Mediation: Exploring Questions of Knowledge and Power Shaping African Mediation