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RES Senior Manager Michael Olaogun Selected for Africa Pandemic Sciences Collaborative Fellowship

RES Senior Program and Innovation Manager, Michael Olaogun, has been selected as one of 16…

Why Research Should Shape the Way We Live

Research is more than an academic exercise—it is a mindset that shapes better decisions, drives…

Why Africa Must Prioritize Indigenous Research Funding

Africa's future cannot depend solely on imported ideas and externally funded research. To solve local…

Xenophobic Attacks: When South Africans Are Eating the “Lungs” of Fellow Africans

Across Africa, dreams of unity and shared identity are often celebrated. Yet, recurring xenophobic attacks…

State Police: Dotting the “I”s and Crossing the “T”s for National Security

Nigeria’s democratic institutions are increasingly facing questions about their independence, credibility, and ability to serve…

Democracy Day: Reflecting on the Undemocratization of Nigeria’s Democracy

As Nigeria marks Democracy Day, the occasion invites more than celebration—it demands reflection. Decades after…

Nigeria, “State Capture” and the Way Forward

Nigeria’s democratic institutions are increasingly facing questions about their independence, credibility, and ability to serve…

AI and the Ballot: A Looming Threat to Nigeria’s 2027 Elections

As Nigeria prepares for the 2027 elections, artificial intelligence is emerging as both an opportunity…

International Women’s Day: “Give to Gain” — Advancing Gender Equity through Research​

Nigeria’s democracy faces many challenges, but one powerful tool can guide its growth: evidence-based nation-building.…