Is Nigeria’s two-party system really institutionalized? Or can a third party defy the odds and create an electoral shock or…
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Rekindled My Self-Confidence, Creativity, and New Perspectives to Research
Being an APN-IRF fellow has been a huge blessing to me. I am indeed very thankful for this opportunity. It…
Navigating Academic Research, Networking, and Professional Development: My Post-APN Experience
APN funding supported my visit to the field to conduct interviews and collect data on the involvement of Umuada Igbo…
Encouraging the Transformation of My Scholarly Passion into Reality
Generally, the APN has helped me to transform the scope of my research beyond urban studies to connect human security…
Democratic Backsliding in Africa: Understanding the Current Challenges
The return of multiparty democracy, which followed the end of the Cold War is once again experiencing a decline.
Changing Dynamics of Conflict and Peacebuilding Among Farmer-Herder Communities in Nigeria’s Middle Belt Region
The escalation of the conflict in 2015, including its changing character, dynamics, and trajectories, was fueled by the emergence of…
Redefining My Approach to African Peacebuilding
Looking back at what the APN has achieved in the last decade, I am sure it is poised to achieve…
A Springboard for My Academic Career
In terms of developing a deep sense of conviviality and commitment to knowledge production, networking, and policy engagement, the APN…
A Tour de Force for So Many
I ask myself: why has the APN had this impact on us all? What sets the program apart?
Language, Conflict Mitigation and Mediation Processes in Kaduna State, Nigeria
Conflict is part of human everyday existence. Occasionally, conflict may become confrontational and culminate in physical violence. The approach to…