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On the program today, we will be looking at the State of democracy in the subregion with special attention on major developments making the headlines and leading conversations in the three main countries. First, a protest by the Gambian youths…
In this edition, we turn our focus to Nigeria, where recent remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump have ignited widespread debate and international concern. President Trump has accused the Nigerian government of allowing targeted killings of Christians in the country’s…
Côte d’Ivoire and Cameroon are both navigating turbulent political waters, marked by contested elections, entrenched leadership, and rising public dissent. These dynamics, for many observers, reflect deeper struggles over democratic legitimacy, constitutional reform, and citizen trust. In this edition, my…
This edition of Citizens’ Hour, we focus on another critical issue shaking the foundations of democracy in parts of our subregion — the boycott of elections and its ripple effects on community development. From Benin to Guinea, and even Togo…
This edition of the programme is loaded, as we do have a new segment designed to counter disinformation on the continent. We call it, INFOCHECK! We will also take a look at the journey of Nigeria’s nationhood, even as she…
Today on citizens hour we explore the role of Media Clergy and Their Influence in Manipulating Public Opinion. Our guests are Roland Affail Monney, Former Ghana Journalist Association, GJA President and Abasi Femi Oguntayo, a journalist and former editor with…
The question of creating state police in Nigeria has once again taken centre stage in national discourse. With rising insecurity across the country and mounting pressure on federal security agencies, calls for decentralizing policing are growing louder. Advocates argue that…
Across the subregion, the rising cost of politics is reshaping the struggle for power. Studies show that in Ghana, contesting a parliamentary seat can cost a candidate over one hundred thousand dollars—an amount far beyond the reach of most citizens.…
This week on the programme, we will shift our attention to Liberia as the government is intensifying the fight against drug abuse and trafficking. Also, we will bring you discussions on the takeaways from the Africa Food Systems Forum 2025…
Women make up over 50% of Africa’s population, yet their representation in leadership and decision-making remains disproportionately low. According to UN Women (2024), women hold only 26.5% of parliamentary seats globally and less than 20% of ministerial positions in Africa.…
In this edition, we turn our lens to Liberia’s education system—a sector shaped by resilience, reform, and real challenges. And to help us unpack what’s working, what’s missing, and what must change, we’re joined by a panel of voices deeply…
We spotlight the surge in Unruly Passenger Incidents Disrupting Nigeria’s Aviation. This in the last 2 weeks has become and dominate national discourse. Among recent high-profile incidents, a passenger on Ibom Air physically assaulted crew members, including slapping a flight…
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