Towards A Better Nigeria

Bringing together a distinguished cast of contributors, the book provides an authoritative and definitive analysis of the theory, practice and development impact of corruption in Africa. Combating corruption is demonstrated to require greater priority in the quest for African development.

Over the last decades, the most striking changes made by the World Bank and other development institutions are their commitments to improve the quality of governance and most importantly fighting corruption and focusing more on the developing Countries. Driven by case studies that developmental deficiencies in the developing Countries are due to the crisis of governance (see- Khan, 2002); As a result of this, good governance and democracy became a very comparative and embracing ideal admired by most Countries in the World, and has grown rapidly to become a major concern in analysis of what is missing in Countries struggling for economic and political development- the developing Countries (Nigeria).

1993. Houston. Dr. Wale Olufunmi, lunar rock geologist, has a life most Nigerian immigrants would kill for, but then most Nigerians aren't Wale--a great scientific mind in exile with galactic ambitions. Then comes an outlandish order: steal a piece of the moon. With both personal and national glory at stake, Wale manages to pull off the near impossible, setting out on a journey back to Nigeria that leads anywhere but home. Compelled by Wale's impulsive act, Nigerians traces arcs in time and space from Houston to Stockholm, from Cape Town to Bulawayo, picking up on the intersecting lives of a South African abalone smuggler, a freedom fighter's young daughter, and Wale's own ambitious son. Deji Olukotun's debut novel defies categorization, a story of international intrigue that tackles deeper questions about exile, identity, and the need to answer an elusive question: what exactly is brain gain? -- Back cover.

This Investment Policy Review examines Nigeria’s investment policies in light of the OECD Policy Framework for Investment (PFI), a tool to mobilise investment in support of economic growth and sustainable development.

"Dare to Dream" is an inspiring and thought-provoking fictional narrative that explores themes of leadership, patriotism, and national transformation within the context of Nigeria. By depicting a country at a crossroads, facing challenges to its dignity and purpose, the story offers a vision of hope and renewal through visionary leadership and the collective efforts of its citizens. The narrative delves into the complexities of nation-building, highlighting the importance of collaboration between leaders and citizens in overcoming obstacles and driving progress. Through the characters and their experiences, readers are likely to be drawn into a world where the power of collective action and unwavering determination leads to the revitalization of a nation once deemed to be in decline. By presenting Nigeria's journey from struggle to success over a span of 50 years, "Dare to Dream" offers a compelling narrative of resilience, optimism, and the potential for positive change. It aims to inspire readers to envision a future where their own countries can undergo similar transformations, becoming beacons of hope and prosperity. Overall, "Dare to Dream" appears to be a captivating tale that encourages readers to reflect on the possibilities for national renewal and the role each individual can play in shaping the destiny of their country.

Developed in collaboration with the Nigerian Academy of Science, this report explores the ways in which science-based private enterprises can be created and encouraged in Nigeria and other developing countries to provide products and services that government is unable to supply in a timely and sustainable manner. Focusing on three critical challenges to health and developmentâ€"safe water, electrical lighting, and malaria therapyâ€"the report identifies a sample technology to address each of these challenges with potential for commercialization in Nigeria and Africa, and uses that sample technology to identify opportunities and barriers to creating the science-based enterprises in Nigeria.