by Ibironke Oluwatobi The outlook of politics in Nigeria gives an impression of an engagement for individuals who are advanced in age. Participation of youths appears to be restricted to the grassroots and platforms offered by the media, particularly the social media. For most youths, the idea of active participation in politics is a negative... Read More

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December 17, 2016

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Opinion: #NotTooYoungToRun | The silent minority

by Jude Feranmi “Know Thyself” – Socrates Last Week, in Ghana’s general elections, a 26-year-old Francisca Oteng became a Member of Parliament in what was a landslide. Apart from the fact that this reiterates the notion we are now getting used to, of looking up to Ghana to set the pace in West Africa,... Read More

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December 7, 2016

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Opinion: #NotTooYoungToRun | The indispensable role of political parties

by Jude Feranmi The objective of this piece is simple To get you to join a political party if you are really interested in changing society and To let you know what to expect and the options you have if/when you finally do From the inception of time (using J.J Rosseau’s state of nature as... Read More

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October 31, 2016

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Arit Okpo: Hashtag Citizenship [NEW VOICES]

by Arit Okpo Africa is a continent of very interesting contrasts – immense natural resources but low development, great wealth but also great poverty, youthful citizens ruled by elderly leaders; the last is especially interesting. We are a young continent – 41% of the African population is under 15, and in many countries, more than... Read More

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