Reports & Publications
Addressing the Growing Cancer Crisis in Nigeria
Download the full edition: Introduction Cancer is not just a disease—it is an unfolding crisis that threatens lives, devastates families and strains Nigeria’s already fragile healthcare system. Each diagnosis is a personal battle, yet the scale of the epidemic demands a collective response. As the second leading cause of death worldwide, cancer claimed nearly 10 […]
Download the full report: In recent times, the media space in Nigeria has been awash with the disturbing stories of the theft of public infrastructure such as oil pipelines, power cables, telecommunication masts, road railings, streetlights, transformers, railways tracks, etc. The trend of theft has assumed a dimension that it now poses a serious threat […]
West African Solidarity at a Crossroads: Rethinking the purpose and mandate of ECOWAS
Download the PDF: By Chidinma ChidokaDirector and Senior Fellow (Regional and Conflict Studies) at the Athena Centre The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was established in 1975 as a platform for economic integration, collective security, and political cooperation in West Africa. Since its formation, it has navigated numerous challenges, including political instability, economic […]
Nigeria’s National Debt Burden: A Detailed Analysis of the Growth from N12 Trillion in 2015 to N138 Trillion in 2024
Download the PDF version: Introduction Nigeria, the most populous country in Africa and one of its largest economies, has faced significant challenges related to its national debt. The debt burden has risen dramatically over the past decade, increasing from approximately N12 trillion in 2015 to N138 trillion by 2024 as published by the Debt Management […]
Ghana vs. Nigeria Electoral Systems
Download the PDF version: Introduction The conduct of elections in Ghana and Nigeria provides a critical opportunity to examine their electoral processes, identify best practices, and recommend improvements. Athena Perspectives presents an analytical comparison of the systems in both countries, focusing on structure, voting and collation, use of technology, transparency, and the role of electoral […]
Compromise by Design? The Fragile Integrity of INEC’s Technology
Athena Centre Exposes Systemic Failures in Edo 2024 Elections Athena Centre for Policy and Leadership through a proprietary data analytical framework on the 2024 Edo Governorship Election, uncovered the following insights among others: Download the PDF:
A Nation in Darkness: Persistent Power Grid Collapse in Nigeria
Nigeria’s national power grid has become a symbol of the country’s energy crisis. Despite being Africa’s largest economy, Nigeria struggles with persistent blackouts stemming from repeated grid failures, paralyzing households, businesses, and industries. In recent years, grid collapses have become almost routine, with the entire nation experiencing multiple incidents annually, undermining hopes of a stable […]
President Tinubu and the War Against Corruption: Rising Doubts as Institutional Integrity Weakens
As questions swirl around the government’s commitment to fighting corruption, concerns are mounting over the erosion of institutional integrity. From stalled high-profile cases to controversial legal amendments, many are left wondering whether President Tinubu’s anti-corruption drive is faltering—or if it was ever serious at all. Has the administration missed its chance to prove its resolve? […]
Decentralization of Power: Evaluating Local Government Autonomy and its Impact on Development
Athena Perspectives – 15th October 2024 This edition of Athena Perspectives explores the significant ramifications of decentralising power in Nigeria, focusing on the Supreme Court’s July 2024 ruling that grants financial autonomy to the country’s 774 Local Government Areas (LGAs). The direct allocation of funds is expected to enhance accountability, boost grassroots development, and allow […]