Browsing by Author "Yerima, Hassan"
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Addressing Inflation in Nigeria: A Holistic Approach to Stabilizing Prices and Restoring Economic Growth
Dele, Ishaka; Udefuna, Patrick N.; Yerima, Hassan; Udo, Martins U. S. (NILDS-Department of Democracy and Governance, 2025)Official statistics indicate that Nigeria’s inflation rate stands at 24.48% as at January 2025, one of the highest in its history and significantly above the global average of 6.5%. This alarming rate has eroded purchasing ... -
An Analysis of Nigeria’s Position in the 2024 Corruption Perception Index
Udefuna, Patrick N.; Yerima, Hassan; Nandi, Livinus A.; Ezenwajiobi, Chidinma Charity (NILDS-Department of Democracy and Governance, 2025-04)Nigeria's performance in Transparency International's 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) reflects a modest improvement in the country's ongoing battle against corruption. The nation ranked 140th out of 180 countries, ... -
Assessment of Nigeria's Stand in the 2024 Global Peace Index: The Imperative for Legislative Action
Udefuna, Patrick N.; Yerima, Hassan; Adeniji, Adeyinka (NILDS-Department of Democracy and Governance, 2025-01)The Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) (2024) survey has ranked Nigeria 147th on the Global Peace Index (GPI), indicating a troubling state of peace within the nation. According to the report, Nigeria outperformed ... -
Implication of 2024 United State of America Presidential and Congress Elections: Issues and Lessons for Nigeria
Ejalonibu, Ganiyu; Yerima, Hassan; Udefuna, Patrick N. (NILDS-Department of Democracy and Governance, 2025-02)This brief delves in to the implications of the 2024 United States presidential and congressional elections, particularly Donald Trump's return to the presidency, present critical lessons for Nigeria as it navigates its ... -
Pedestrian Bridge Usage in Abuja: Issues and Recommendations
Umoh, Nanji; Igbanoi, Leo; Yerima, Hassan (NILDS-Department of Democracy and Governance, 2025-01)Pedestrian safety in Abuja has become a critical concern, requiring urgent legislative action. The construction of numerous pedestrian bridges across the metropolis is yet to significantly reduce road fatalities, as residents ... -
Political Autonomy and Local Government Election in Nigeria: The Imperative for Legislative Intervention
Manzuma, Mohammed N.; Yerima, Hassan; Udefuna, Patrick N. (NILDS-Department of Democracy and Governance, 2024-11)This policy brief delves into the issue of political autonomy and local government election in Nigeria, through the legislative intervention. Local government elections in Nigeria are crucial for grassroots democracy but ... -
Political Patronage by Public Officials: The Imperative of Legislative Intervention
Adeniji, Adeyinka S.; Yerima, Hassan; Udefuna, Patrick N. (NILDS-Department of Democracy and Governance, 2025-01)This brief examines Political Patronage of Public Officers and the need for legislative action. In addressing critical systemic challenges within the Nigerian civil service, where public officials frequently engage in ... -
Raising and Managing Funds for Healthcare in Nigeria: Strategies for the Post-USAID Era
Dele, Ishaka; Udo, Martins U.S.; Yerima, Hassan; Udefuna, Patrick N. (NILDS-Department of Democracy and Governance, 2025)Nigeria’s healthcare system faces significant challenges, including inadequate funding, poor infrastructure, and limited access to quality care. With the gradual withdrawal of donor support, particularly from the United ... -
Tackling Youth Unemployment through Vocational Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship in Nigeria
Umoh, Nanji; Igbanoi, Leo; Udefuna, Patrick N.; Yerima, Hassan (NILDS-Department of Democracy and Governance, 2025-03)Promoting entrepreneurship and revamping the vocational skill acquisition colleges will effectively combat youth unemployment in Nigeria. The youth unemployment crisis in Nigeria continues to escalate, almost reaching ... -
Traditional Rulers and the Nigerian Governance Structure: Advocating for Constitutional Recognition
Igbanoi, Leo; Ejalonibu, Ganiyu; Yerima, Hassan (NILDS-Department of Democracy and Governance, 2025-04)Traditional rulers have historically played a significant role in Nigerian society's governance and socio-cultural fabric. However, the 1999 Nigerian Constitution does not explicitly recognize the roles of traditional ...