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Are We There Yet? 3rd Year Review of Nigeria's Journey in Data Protection

31.05.2022

The Nigerian Music Business: The Rights of Copyright Owners in The Industry

08.08.2021

Covid - Vaccine - Patent - Waiver

15.06.2021

Policy Letters

Integrating technology to improve crime-fighting in Nigeria

Policy Letter

How the Government can support health workers in this pandemic

Policy Letter

Ideas.memo

Wildfire Risk and Preparedness in Nigeria: Lessons from International Practice

Every dry season, thousands of wildfires sweep across Nigeria’s forests, savannas, farmlands, grazing lands, and protected areas, causing significant but often underreported economic and environmental losses. Beyond their impact on livelihoods and ecosystems, wildfires pose growing public health and climate resilience risks. Drawing on transnational practices, this article examines key strategies Nigeria can adopt to strengthen wildfire preparedness, improve early warning and response, and build more resilient communities and ecosystems.

20.08.2026

Investing in Nature-Based Solutions for Climate Resilience in Nigeria

Climate adaptation in Nigeria has largely focused on engineered solutions such as drainage systems, dams, and coastal defences. While essential, these alone cannot address the full scale of climate risk. Nature-Based Solutions (NbS), which protect, restore, and sustainably manage ecosystems, offer a cost-effective and resilient complement. This article explores how investing in nature can strengthen Nigeria's climate resilience while advancing sustainable economic development.

05.08.2026

African Trade Going Digital: Shaping Logistics and Last-Mile Delivery

Digital trade only works when goods can actually move. If delivery systems are slow, costly, or unreliable, online trade becomes harder to grow. The AfCFTA Digital Trade Protocol recognises this by paying attention not just to digital transactions, but also to the logistics and addressing systems behind them. In this piece, we look at what Nigeria’s current logistics framework and postcode system could mean for its digital trade readiness.

01.06.2026

Medical Flight: Assessing Nigeria’s National Policy on Health Workforce Migration

Nigeria’s healthcare system is losing its most valuable asset: its people. Medical professionals are leaving in growing numbers, drawn by better welfare and opportunities abroad. The government’s 2024 response, the National Policy on Health Workforce Migration, aims to manage rather than restrict this trend. In this piece, we highlight that while well-intentioned, its impact may be limited unless funding gaps, uneven state-level adoption, and the structural drivers of migration are addressed.

18.03.2026

African Trade Going Digital: Building Trust with Digital Identities

Digital trade relies on trust. Because parties rarely meet and transactions move quickly across platforms, borders, and payment channels, the ability to verify who you are dealing with is fundamental. Without it, cross-border trade becomes riskier, more costly to police, and harder to scale. The AfCFTA Digital Trade Protocol recognises this, requiring State Parties to adopt or maintain digital identity systems for both individuals and businesses. In this instalment, we assess whether Nigeria's current identity infrastructure is in line with what the Protocol envision

13.03.2026

African Trade Going Digital: Accessing Nigeria’s role and readiness. [Part 0]

Since the adoption of the AfCFTA Digital Trade Protocol and the approval of its ratification by Nigeria’s Federal Executive Council, significant work remains to align domestic realities with the obligations and opportunities created by the agreement. Nigeria must either develop new frameworks or strengthen existing ones to effectively implement the Protocol and fully harness its benefits. This series is designed to unpack the key features of the Protocol and critically assess Nigeria’s institutional, regulatory, and economic readiness to translate its commitments into practical and measurable outcomes.

18.02.2026

Ageing is Inevitable, Is Africa Prepared?

Africa’s demographic shift isn’t just accelerating; it’s compressed. The population of people over 60 will nearly triple from 74 million to more than 225 million by 2050, the fastest rise globally. This piece highlights the erosion of traditional safety nets, the policy gaps this creates, and the practical steps needed to turn a looming crisis into a Longevity Dividend.

11.12.2025

What is good for (the) Gaza is good for (the) Sudan

As world leaders gathered at the 80th United Nations General Assembly to deliberate on pressing global issues, this series of reflections explores the common themes that resonated through Africa’s collective voice. In this first instalment, we take a closer look at the shared challenge of conflict across continents, with a particular call for urgent attention to the ongoing crisis in Sudan.

30.10.2025

The Nigeria Tax Reform Bills And The VAT Revenue Distribution Conundrum

The Tinubu-led administration has introduced comprehensive reforms to overhaul Nigeria's tax system. However, one major point of contention is the proposed revenue-sharing formula for Value Added Tax (VAT) collection, which has sparked significant debate. This article explores the concerns raised by stakeholders and advocates for a balanced compromise to address these issues.

07.02.2025

borg. insights

Are We There Yet? 3rd Year Review of Nigeria's Journey in Data Protection

The Nigerian Music Business: The Rights of Copyright Owners in The Industry

Covid - Vaccine - Patent - Waiver

Policy Letters

Integrating technology to improve crime-fighting in Nigeria

How the Government can support health workers in this pandemic

Ideas.memo

Wildfire Risk and Preparedness in Nigeria: Lessons from International Practice

Investing in Nature-Based Solutions for Climate Resilience in Nigeria

African Trade Going Digital: Shaping Logistics and Last-Mile Delivery

Medical Flight: Assessing Nigeria’s National Policy on Health Workforce Migration

African Trade Going Digital: Building Trust with Digital Identities

African Trade Going Digital: Accessing Nigeria’s role and readiness. [Part 0]

Ageing is Inevitable, Is Africa Prepared?

What is good for (the) Gaza is good for (the) Sudan

The Nigeria Tax Reform Bills And The VAT Revenue Distribution Conundrum

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