Buhari: Youth frustration, escalating threat of Boko Haram

There were many spontaneous celebrations across Nigeria when it became clear that opposition leader General Muhammadu Buhari was the winner of Nigeria’s presidential elections. When President Goodluck Jonathan agreed to graciously relinquish the presidency, it sent a powerful signal to the world that African leaders can choose to put the interests of the people before …

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In Nigeria, university degrees can lead to poverty

Christiana Ubah left school at 17 without prospects for further education, let alone a job. Born in the Lagos slum of Ajegunle, she had completed secondary school but could not afford further studies. But she was willing to learn; she had enthusiasm and a determined attitude. After a three-week employability skills training programme, she was …

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