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In a nation where political developments significantly influence the business and economic environment, Veriv's political and policy analyses will provide valuable insights. We will unravel the implications of government policies, track political developments, and explore their repercussions on the broader socio-economic landscape.

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Lagos State Single Use Plastic Ban: Rethinking Nigeria's Policy Environment

Over the past few decades, the manufacturing and use of plastics have been identified as responsible for several environmental concerns ranging from the pollution of water bodies, poisoning of waterways with carcinogens, and littering.

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A Data-Driven Argument for State Police in Nigeria

In a bizarre turn of events, Nigerians awoke to a surreal scene post-Valentine's Day in 2024. The government initiated a program to seal shops accused of exacerbating the dire cost-of-living crisis.

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The Kidnap For Ransom Industry In Nigeria: A Breakdown

In January 2024, Nabeeha Al-Kadriyah, her fathers and four sisters were abducted from their home in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital. Despite attempts to negotiate a ransom after her father’s release

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How to Make the Nigeria Startup Act Work

Nigeria is a recognised powerhouse in the African tech ecosystem. It is firmly established as “one of the “big four” startup ecosystems in Africa alongside South Africa, Kenya and Egypt,” says a report by Disrupt Africa.

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How Much Data Does Policy Making in Nigeria Need?

Data-driven decision-making has become a vital discussion in policymaking. To formulate policies that are both effective and influential, policymakers require access to data that is precise, dependable, and exhaustive.

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Tinubu’s One-year Scorecard: A Case of Renewed or Shattered Hopes?

Elections come and go, but their outcomes play a significant role in shaping the trajectory of a nation, both politically and economically, at least for the tenure of the elected.

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A Case for Disability Access to Public Infrastructure in Nigeria

A 2023 report by the WHO highlighted that 1 in 6 people in the world currently live with one form of disability. These individuals bear the brunt of inaccessibility to public infrastructure 15 times more than people without disabilities.

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Why the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) is Outdated

In 2009, the Nigerian government offered amnesty to Niger Delta militants. The amnesty deal was created to restore peace to the violence-mired region.

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Women's Inclusion in Nigerian Politics: A Data-Driven Approach

Southern Nigerian women were first granted the right to vote and to be elected. The Nigerian Constitution Amendment Act of 1954 was a pivotal juncture in Nigerian history.

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