Friday, October 30, 2015

Wole Soyinka Latest Book- INTERINVENTIONS

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"My New Book Will Draw Blood" Wole Soyinka Roars

Speaking about the book, Soyinka said: “(InterInventions), it is the nastiest book I have ever written. It is so truthful that it hurts… it is my vengeance against public lies. It is not one of the butterfly books. No, it is not a butterfly book.

I want to draw blood (with it). I’m warning all of you, if you feel vengeful, read this book and you will be alright. It is like homeopathic medicine.” Prof. Soyinka said

The renowned playwright spoke at the formal inauguration of The Wole Soyinka Foundation, a retreat haven for writers.

The 130 page work – InterInventions - Between Defective Memory and Public Lie, A Personal Odyssey in The Republic of Liars – was presented to the public at the June 12 Cultural Centre Kuto, Abeokuta by the Edo State governor, Comrade Adams Oshiohmole.
On page seven of the book, he decried public lies – “lies of staggering impudence, especially considering the fact that, in most cases, both victims and their traducers are still living”.

According to him, there is the need for a “ritual of public purgation where both sides – such victims of lies and the traducers, are brought together before the public tribunal for the world to know the truth”.

Soyinka also gave insight into lies, allegedly against him by some individuals and past leaders, including former Governor of Ogun State, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, stating in first paragraph of page 82 that “it was a great fun (for him, Soyinka) to watch him (Daniel) lie his head off”.

According to The Nation, Kongi, as he is fondly called by friends and admirers revealed that he would have gone insane had he not looked for a serene place to hide himself while putting his creative work together.



Soyinka while speaking at the inauguration of the Soyinka Foundation, said he owed it a responsibility to fundamentally respond to the lies that the former president, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, allegedly told against him in his latest biography, titled, “My Watch”, describing his book “Interventions” as Three-Carat Watch.

"So, let it be with Okikiola (Obasanjo’s middle name), the overgrown child of circumstance".

He said: “I brainstormed with him over meals both when he was military Head of State in Dodan Barracks and in his home, Ota for some time after he left office and early in Aso Rock at his ‘second coming.’ Today, it is a different situation. If he offered to host me, I would wait until he had first swallowed a morsel from the same dish.

I had fully attuned myself to the fact that our Owu retiree soldier and prolific author is an infliction that those of us who share the same era and nation space must learn to endure. However, it does appear to me that there is no end to this individual’s capacity for infantile mischief, and for needless, mind-boggling provocations, such as his recent ‘literary’ intrusion on my peace.


Soyinka added that efforts of intervention by some stakeholders made was a ‘cordial’ conversation he had with Obasanjo recently.

According to the Nobel laureate, during the conversation, he praised Obasanjo for the creative way he had developed the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library, which he described as a Presidential Laundromat and a product of executive extortion.

Soyinka, who chronicled the different places his path crossed with that of Obasanjo since childhood, insisted that the lies in which Obasanjo allegedly thrived were so unthinkable that he and some other people had started working on another book solely on the former president.

In the book, Soyinka also talked about the controversy surrounding the ownership and leadership of the board of the Centre for Culture and International Understanding, over which he and Oyinlola recently exchanged words.

Meanwhile Governor Rauf Aregbesola of Osun state has asked Nigerians to plead with Soyinka not to resign as the chairman of the Centre for Black Culture and International Understanding (CBCIU).The Nobel Laureate bemoaned the elevation of public lies to a level that it has become an industry of sort, multiplying itself and worsened by the social media facilitating the predisposition for lies.

Click Here to get a copy of the book at Sunshine Bookstore. You can even get a 10% discount* if you act fast, just use this coupon "WS10" when you want to check out your order. Click Below.
- See more at: http://www.goodbooksafrica.com/2015/10/my-new-book-will-draw-blood-wole.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sunshinebookseller+%28Sunshine+Bookseller%29#sthash.KFZWHbtI.dpuf


"My New Book Will Draw Blood" Wole Soyinka Roars
Speaking about the book, Soyinka said: “(InterInventions), it is the nastiest book I have ever written. It is so truthful that it hurts… it is my vengeance against public lies. It is not one of the butterfly books. No, it is not a butterfly book.
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I want to draw blood (with it). I’m warning all of you, if you feel vengeful, read this book and you will be alright. It is like homeopathic medicine.” Prof. Soyinka said
The renowned playwright spoke at the formal inauguration of The Wole Soyinka Foundation, a retreat haven for writers.

The 130 page work – InterInventions - Between Defective Memory and Public Lie, A Personal Odyssey in The Republic of Liars – was presented to the public at the June 12 Cultural Centre Kuto, Abeokuta by the Edo State governor, Comrade Adams Oshiohmole.
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On page seven of the book, he decried public lies – “lies of staggering impudence, especially considering the fact that, in most cases, both victims and their traducers are still living”.

According to him, there is the need for a “ritual of public purgation where both sides – such victims of lies and the traducers, are brought together before the public tribunal for the world to know the truth”.

Soyinka also gave insight into lies, allegedly against him by some individuals and past leaders, including former Governor of Ogun State, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, stating in first paragraph of page 82 that “it was a great fun (for him, Soyinka) to watch him (Daniel) lie his head off”.

According to The Nation, Kongi, as he is fondly called by friends and admirers revealed that he would have gone insane had he not looked for a serene place to hide himself while putting his creative work together.



Soyinka while speaking at the inauguration of the Soyinka Foundation, said he owed it a responsibility to fundamentally respond to the lies that the former president, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, allegedly told against him in his latest biography, titled, “My Watch”, describing his book “Interventions” as Three-Carat Watch.
"So, let it be with Okikiola (Obasanjo’s middle name), the overgrown child of circumstance".

He said: “I brainstormed with him over meals both when he was military Head of State in Dodan Barracks and in his home, Ota for some time after he left office and early in Aso Rock at his ‘second coming.’ Today, it is a different situation. If he offered to host me, I would wait until he had first swallowed a morsel from the same dish.

I had fully attuned myself to the fact that our Owu retiree soldier and prolific author is an infliction that those of us who share the same era and nation space must learn to endure. However, it does appear to me that there is no end to this individual’s capacity for infantile mischief, and for needless, mind-boggling provocations, such as his recent ‘literary’ intrusion on my peace.


Soyinka added that efforts of intervention by some stakeholders made was a ‘cordial’ conversation he had with Obasanjo recently.

According to the Nobel laureate, during the conversation, he praised Obasanjo for the creative way he had developed the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library, which he described as a Presidential Laundromat and a product of executive extortion.

Soyinka, who chronicled the different places his path crossed with that of Obasanjo since childhood, insisted that the lies in which Obasanjo allegedly thrived were so unthinkable that he and some other people had started working on another book solely on the former president.

In the book, Soyinka also talked about the controversy surrounding the ownership and leadership of the board of the Centre for Culture and International Understanding, over which he and Oyinlola recently exchanged words.

Meanwhile Governor Rauf Aregbesola of Osun state has asked Nigerians to plead with Soyinka not to resign as the chairman of the Centre for Black Culture and International Understanding (CBCIU).The Nobel Laureate bemoaned the elevation of public lies to a level that it has become an industry of sort, multiplying itself and worsened by the social media facilitating the predisposition for lies.

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"My New Book Will Draw Blood" Wole Soyinka Roars

Speaking about the book, Soyinka said: “(InterInventions), it is the nastiest book I have ever written. It is so truthful that it hurts… it is my vengeance against public lies. It is not one of the butterfly books. No, it is not a butterfly book.

I want to draw blood (with it). I’m warning all of you, if you feel vengeful, read this book and you will be alright. It is like homeopathic medicine.” Prof. Soyinka said

The renowned playwright spoke at the formal inauguration of The Wole Soyinka Foundation, a retreat haven for writers.

The 130 page work – InterInventions - Between Defective Memory and Public Lie, A Personal Odyssey in The Republic of Liars – was presented to the public at the June 12 Cultural Centre Kuto, Abeokuta by the Edo State governor, Comrade Adams Oshiohmole.
On page seven of the book, he decried public lies – “lies of staggering impudence, especially considering the fact that, in most cases, both victims and their traducers are still living”.

According to him, there is the need for a “ritual of public purgation where both sides – such victims of lies and the traducers, are brought together before the public tribunal for the world to know the truth”.

Soyinka also gave insight into lies, allegedly against him by some individuals and past leaders, including former Governor of Ogun State, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, stating in first paragraph of page 82 that “it was a great fun (for him, Soyinka) to watch him (Daniel) lie his head off”.

According to The Nation, Kongi, as he is fondly called by friends and admirers revealed that he would have gone insane had he not looked for a serene place to hide himself while putting his creative work together.



Soyinka while speaking at the inauguration of the Soyinka Foundation, said he owed it a responsibility to fundamentally respond to the lies that the former president, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, allegedly told against him in his latest biography, titled, “My Watch”, describing his book “Interventions” as Three-Carat Watch.

"So, let it be with Okikiola (Obasanjo’s middle name), the overgrown child of circumstance".

He said: “I brainstormed with him over meals both when he was military Head of State in Dodan Barracks and in his home, Ota for some time after he left office and early in Aso Rock at his ‘second coming.’ Today, it is a different situation. If he offered to host me, I would wait until he had first swallowed a morsel from the same dish.

I had fully attuned myself to the fact that our Owu retiree soldier and prolific author is an infliction that those of us who share the same era and nation space must learn to endure. However, it does appear to me that there is no end to this individual’s capacity for infantile mischief, and for needless, mind-boggling provocations, such as his recent ‘literary’ intrusion on my peace.


Soyinka added that efforts of intervention by some stakeholders made was a ‘cordial’ conversation he had with Obasanjo recently.

According to the Nobel laureate, during the conversation, he praised Obasanjo for the creative way he had developed the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library, which he described as a Presidential Laundromat and a product of executive extortion.

Soyinka, who chronicled the different places his path crossed with that of Obasanjo since childhood, insisted that the lies in which Obasanjo allegedly thrived were so unthinkable that he and some other people had started working on another book solely on the former president.

In the book, Soyinka also talked about the controversy surrounding the ownership and leadership of the board of the Centre for Culture and International Understanding, over which he and Oyinlola recently exchanged words.

Meanwhile Governor Rauf Aregbesola of Osun state has asked Nigerians to plead with Soyinka not to resign as the chairman of the Centre for Black Culture and International Understanding (CBCIU).The Nobel Laureate bemoaned the elevation of public lies to a level that it has become an industry of sort, multiplying itself and worsened by the social media facilitating the predisposition for lies.

Click Here to get a copy of the book at Sunshine Bookstore. You can even get a 10% discount* if you act fast, just use this coupon "WS10" when you want to check out your order. Click Below.
- See more at: http://www.goodbooksafrica.com/2015/10/my-new-book-will-draw-blood-wole.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sunshinebookseller+%28Sunshine+Bookseller%29#sthash.KFZWHbtI.dpuf

"My New Book Will Draw Blood" Wole Soyinka Roars

Speaking about the book, Soyinka said: “(InterInventions), it is the nastiest book I have ever written. It is so truthful that it hurts… it is my vengeance against public lies. It is not one of the butterfly books. No, it is not a butterfly book.

I want to draw blood (with it). I’m warning all of you, if you feel vengeful, read this book and you will be alright. It is like homeopathic medicine.” Prof. Soyinka said

The renowned playwright spoke at the formal inauguration of The Wole Soyinka Foundation, a retreat haven for writers.

The 130 page work – InterInventions - Between Defective Memory and Public Lie, A Personal Odyssey in The Republic of Liars – was presented to the public at the June 12 Cultural Centre Kuto, Abeokuta by the Edo State governor, Comrade Adams Oshiohmole.
On page seven of the book, he decried public lies – “lies of staggering impudence, especially considering the fact that, in most cases, both victims and their traducers are still living”.

According to him, there is the need for a “ritual of public purgation where both sides – such victims of lies and the traducers, are brought together before the public tribunal for the world to know the truth”.

Soyinka also gave insight into lies, allegedly against him by some individuals and past leaders, including former Governor of Ogun State, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, stating in first paragraph of page 82 that “it was a great fun (for him, Soyinka) to watch him (Daniel) lie his head off”.

According to The Nation, Kongi, as he is fondly called by friends and admirers revealed that he would have gone insane had he not looked for a serene place to hide himself while putting his creative work together.



Soyinka while speaking at the inauguration of the Soyinka Foundation, said he owed it a responsibility to fundamentally respond to the lies that the former president, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, allegedly told against him in his latest biography, titled, “My Watch”, describing his book “Interventions” as Three-Carat Watch.

"So, let it be with Okikiola (Obasanjo’s middle name), the overgrown child of circumstance".

He said: “I brainstormed with him over meals both when he was military Head of State in Dodan Barracks and in his home, Ota for some time after he left office and early in Aso Rock at his ‘second coming.’ Today, it is a different situation. If he offered to host me, I would wait until he had first swallowed a morsel from the same dish.

I had fully attuned myself to the fact that our Owu retiree soldier and prolific author is an infliction that those of us who share the same era and nation space must learn to endure. However, it does appear to me that there is no end to this individual’s capacity for infantile mischief, and for needless, mind-boggling provocations, such as his recent ‘literary’ intrusion on my peace.


Soyinka added that efforts of intervention by some stakeholders made was a ‘cordial’ conversation he had with Obasanjo recently.

According to the Nobel laureate, during the conversation, he praised Obasanjo for the creative way he had developed the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library, which he described as a Presidential Laundromat and a product of executive extortion.

Soyinka, who chronicled the different places his path crossed with that of Obasanjo since childhood, insisted that the lies in which Obasanjo allegedly thrived were so unthinkable that he and some other people had started working on another book solely on the former president.

In the book, Soyinka also talked about the controversy surrounding the ownership and leadership of the board of the Centre for Culture and International Understanding, over which he and Oyinlola recently exchanged words.

Meanwhile Governor Rauf Aregbesola of Osun state has asked Nigerians to plead with Soyinka not to resign as the chairman of the Centre for Black Culture and International Understanding (CBCIU).The Nobel Laureate bemoaned the elevation of public lies to a level that it has become an industry of sort, multiplying itself and worsened by the social media facilitating the predisposition for lies.

Click Here to get a copy of the book at Sunshine Bookstore. You can even get a 10% discount* if you act fast, just use this coupon "WS10" when you want to check out your order. Click Below.
- See more at: http://www.goodbooksafrica.com/2015/10/my-new-book-will-draw-blood-wole.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sunshinebookseller+%28Sunshine+Bookseller%29#sthash.KFZWHbtI.dpuf

Thursday, July 23, 2015

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We  link Nigerians at home & Abroad with genuine child adoption in order to lessen the financial burden of the orphanage homes.
we also adopted a special report on the plight of children orphaned by the Boko Haram insurgency in the northern part of the country.
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Sunday, December 14, 2014

policy papers

 Publication

We feature synopses of key policy analysis intended to frame issues, inform decisions and guide policy action especially for government but also for private sector investors.

December 09, 2014
DEFINING HIS LEGACY: Obasanjo’s Campaign to Situate His Place in History
Book Review: My Watch
By Patrick O. Okigbo III
Synopsis

President Olusegun Obasanjo has bestridden Nigeria for over 50 years. In his most recent memoirs, “My Watch”, he attempts in a three-volume book to situate his place in Nigeria’s history. He leaves no one in doubt that he has a biblical conviction that he is God’s Watchman over Nigeria and, the subtext seeks to position him as the father of modern Nigeria. The book lays out what he considers to be his achievements while naming and shaming all those he believes have worked against Nigeria’s progress. He provides evidence to backup his claims.

May 16, 2014
Job Creation Strategies and Employment Creation in Nigeria
By CSEA and Nextier
Synopsis
Amidst the stable growth in Nigeria’s economy averaged at 7% for over 5 years, youth unemployment rose from 30% in 2007 to 42% in 2012. However 2.3 million new entrants are released into the labour market every year. This justified a need for quick action, as such CSEA and Nextier did a detailed research and the outcome provided the basis for a policy dialogue. This research presentation posits that to create more jobs, there needs to be a big push in the sectors that create more jobs. Thereby opening up the dialogue with the question “where should the big push come from?”. The dialogue involved government sector players, private investors and civil society organizations deliberating on strategies for job creation.


April 15, 2014 Power Investors Summit: Nigeria 2014
Post Summit Report
By Nextier and EnergyNet
Synopsis
The Power Investors Summit: Nigeria is the annual meeting of the Nigeria Power Sector, which provides an open platform for continuous dialogue between policy makers and private sector participants. The meeting is positioned to driving international and local investments in Nigeria’s fast emerging power sector. The 2014 edition with the theme “Maintaining Momentum in Nigeria’s Power Sector” was focused on policy, governance, industrialization, and resource management as it relates to the sector. Participants at the Summit discussed challenges, scoped opportunities, and developed recommendations for the sector. In addition to the Honourable Minister of Power, there was representation for C-level professionals from both the private and public sectors.

April 9, 2014
Funding Education: Money is Not The Problem
By Patrick O. Okigbo III and Francesca Pat-Ekeji
Synopsis
This Op-ed asserts that to improve the Nigerian education system, money is not the problem as opined by so many. It suggests that in improving the educational system; processes and accountability are key. A way to achieve both is through Public-Private Partnerships that are not limited to providing funds but extend to the provision of oversight.


April 4, 2014 Expert Suggests PPP Strategy for Education Sector Development
By Daily Independent News
Synopsis
In an interview with News Agency of Nigeria, Patrick O. Okigbo III, Principal Partner, Nextier, argued that private sector involvement is required to fund education in Nigeria. He highlighted various Public-Private Partnership models in education.


March 30, 2014 Rethinking Nigeria’s Job Creation Strategy
By CSEA and Nextier
Synopsis
Unemployment is a critical policy challenge in Nigeria. It has continued to worsen in the face of a continuous economic growth averaged at 7 percent over the last 10 years. This situation is despite several interventions by various Nigerian governments over the last half century. The paper, “Rethinking Nigeria’s Job Creation Strategy”, was developed by Nextier and the Centre for the Study of Economies of Africa (CSEA) as an input into the ongoing discussions on how to get the Nigerian economy to start creating jobs. The new strategy should focus on skills, infrastructure and innovation.


March 28, 2014 Sanusigate: Sustaining the Debate for Improved Transparency in Nigeria’s Oil and Gas Sector
By Patrick O. Okigbo III
Synopsis
Mallam Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), in a letter to President Goodluck Jonathan alleged potential fraud at the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC). This Policy Brief presents the facts of the case and recommends an operational and financial audit of NNPC instituted and funded by an independent body and conducted by a firm that has in-depth understanding of the workings of the different parties in Nigeria’s petroleum industry.


March 16, 2014 Marginal fields: Non- passage of Petroleum Industrial Bill created confusion
By Sunday Newswatch
Synopsis
“The non-passage of the Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) has created confusion as to the fiscal regime under which the industry would operate” says Patrick in an interview with Newswatch. He explained extensively how the delay in passing the PIB had hampered the sectors progress with more emphasis on the ongoing sale of Marginal Oil field. Patrick recommends what should be done to ensure the timely passage of the PIB.


March 12, 2014 WEF on Africa 2014: Positioning Nigeria for Infrastructure Investment
By Patrick O. Okigbo III
Synopsis

According to Jim O’Neill, an economist, Mexico, Indonesia, Nigeria and Turkey (MINT economies) are expected to produce the highest return on investment in the next 10 years. In fact, Nigeria is poised to become one of the world’s largest economies in the 21st century overtaking economies such as Italy, France and the United Kingdom. This newspaper publication highlights the economic growth history of Nigeria in recent years as validation for Jim O’Neil’s prediction and as such referring to Nigeria as investors haven.

March 08, 2014 Nigeria: Next Frontier for Infrastructure Investment
By Eniwoareke Egbeme
Synopsis
There is no doubt that Nigeria presents a compelling story for infrastructure investment. Nigeria’s growth rate has been remarkable over the last decade with 7.9 percent growth. The opportunity size for investment over the next 30 years is estimated to be over US$2 trillion. Nigeria has a good strategic planning framework with a close relationship between the Vision 20:2020, Transformation Agenda and National Integrated Infrastructure Master Plan with a vision to provide adequate infrastructure services that support the full mobilization of all economic sectors. This policy brief presents the challenges of investing in Nigeria and the enormous opportunities that lie therein. Thus, recommends being savvy to invest in Nigeria.


March 04, 2014 Delay, Funding May Hamper Marginal Fields’ Sale
By SweetCrude (Vanguard)
Synopsis
In this article published in the Sweetcrude of Vanguard Newspaper, Patrick Okigbo was extensively quoted expressing his disbelief in the success of the sale of marginal fields if continued with the present process. He posits that for the sale of marginal field to be successful, it should be well structured and more transparent.


May 02, 2013 Policy Implications of the Petroleum Host Communities Fund
By Patrick O.Okigbo III, Adeoye Adefulu, Ruby Onwudiwe
Synopsis
The Petroleum Host Community Fund (“PHCF”), as contained in the 2012 Petroleum Industry Bill (“PIB”), has been touted as an initiative to address a variety of developmental problems in the Niger Delta and to bring peace to the region. The Bill does not however lay out in a clear manner how these objectives are to be met and appears to suggest that the allocation of more funds on its own is enough. Recent history has shown that in spite of the significant funds allocated to the Niger Delta, progress has been limited. In view of the many challenges faced in the utilisation of the funds currently allocated to the Niger Delta and the contentious issues surrounding the inclusion of the PHCF in the PIB, this paper recommends the excision of the PHCF provisions and government’s concentration on implementing a community led developmental approach in the management of the existing Niger Delta intervention funds.


February 28, 2013 Saving Nigeria’s Aluminium Industry
Now is the Time to Act
By Nextier Research
Synopsis
The Nigerian aluminium industry is facing significant threats especially from dumping of products mostly from China. Without concerted intervention from the Federal Government of Nigeria, it is feared that the industry may cease to exist within the coming months. The collapse of that industry will result in significant loss of investments, jobs, and will impact Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). This Paper proffers specific government interventions that do not necessarily provide any undue advantage to Nigerian companies (unfair trade); rather, suggests programmes that create a level playing field for fair competition.


January 31, 2013 Privatising Nigeria’s Electricity Supply Industry
Will there be light?
By Patrick O.Okigbo III and Mmachukwu Onyeka
Synopsis
Nigeria 
has 
consistently 
failed
 to 
deliver 
the 
electric 
power
required
 by 
homes,
businesses
 and
 support
 services.
 Various
 efforts
 by
 the
 government
 to
 improve
 service
 delivery
 resulted
 in
 failure.
 
 The
 Federal
 Government
 decided
 to
 privatise
 the
 sector
 in
 an
 effort
 to
 increase
 electricity
 supply
 and
 improve
 service
 delivery.
 
 This
 Policy
 Brief
 reviews
 the
 goals
 and
 process
 of
 the
 privatisation
 exercise
 to
 ascertain
 whether
 it
 will
 deliver
 the
 expected
 electricity
 at
 the
 end
 of 
the 
process.


March 30, 2012
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Juiced Up
Creating Market to Drive Agricultural Growth
By Patrick O. Okigbo III
Synopsis
This newspaper publication uses the recent commissioning of Teragro Nigeria Limited – the first juice concentrate plant of its kind in Nigeria – to discuss strategies for agribusiness development in Nigeria.  This project, of which Nextier principals played a leading role, was used to showcase the opportunities in agro-processing especially as the country suffers from a significant lack of agro-storage and processing infrastructure.


March 30, 2012 Managing the Size of the National Assembly
By Patrick O. Okigbo III and Mmachukwu Oyeka
Synopsis
Since Nigeria’s return to democracy in 1999, the cost of running the National Assembly has been on an upward trajectory even as the percentage of Nigerians living in poverty continues to grow. It is no surprise therefore that Nigerians are becoming more vocal in their demands for a more effective management of the Legislature. This Policy Note, in line with the mandate of the 2011 Constitution Review Committee (CRC), advocates the adoption of a downsized, part‐time, bi‐cameral legislature as one of the efforts to effectively manage the National Assembly.


February 15, 2012 Drafting a New Petroleum Industry Bill
Submissions from industry, civil society organisations, unions and media
By Adeoye Adefulu, Aaron Sayne, Gbite Adeniji, Patrick O. Okigbo III and Ronke Onadeko
Synopsis
At two industry Roundtables held in Lagos between January 31 and February 01 2012, senior figures from the organised private sector, civil society, trade unions and media presented a shortlist of “Must-Have” issues to be considered during the development of the final draft of the Petroleum Industry Bill. This Paper documents the key issues.


January 15, 2012 Nigeria: Petroleum Industry Bill
History, Objectives, Institutions and Controversies
By Awele Okigbo
Synopsis
The Petroleum Industry Bill is an attempt to bring under one law the various legislative, regulatory, and fiscal policies, instruments and institutions that govern the Nigerian petroleum industry. The Bill is expected to establish and clarify the rules, procedures and institutions that will entrench good governance, transparency and accountability in the oil and gas sector. It aims to introduce new operational and fiscal terms for revenue management to enable the Nigerian government to retain a higher proportion of the revenues derived from operations in the petroleum industry. The purpose of this document is to articulate in one place the history, objectives, institutions, and controversies shrouding efforts to pass the Bill into law. This document is intended for members of the Nigerian National Assembly, industry stakeholders, decision makers, and policy analysts as a part of Nextier’s effort to support the passage of the Petroleum Industry Bill.


December 30, 2011 Nigeria: Petroleum Industry Bill
The ABC of PIB
By Awele Okigbo
Synopsis
The Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) is an attempt by the Nigerian government to reform the oil and gas industry in order to improve sector efficiency and transparency, increase revenue share and provide incentives to encourage the indigenous oil industry. This document provides a high level summary of the key provisions of the PIB and is intended as a quick reference for industry stakeholders, decision makers, and policy analysts during the ongoing debates.


December 21, 2011 Nigeria: 2012 Federal Budget
What it means for the next 4 years
By Mmachukwu Oyeka
Synopsis
The Mini Policy Review is a periodic presentation held in the offices of Nextier Capital Limited to a select audience to discuss critical policy issues. Mmachukwu Oyeka – an Analyst in Nextier Capital Limited – used the 2012 Federal Budget to raise questions about the focus of the Jonathan Administration.


December 15, 2011 Nigeria: Fuel Subsidy Removal
Achieving the Optimal Solution
By Patrick O. Okigbo III and Dili Enekebe
Synopsis
The debate over the removal of the subsidy on petroleum products is not about its effectiveness (as an intervention program) or its sustainability (among other conflicting economic demands). Rather, it is about the credibility the Nigerian government lacks and its historical failure to deliver on its promises. The purpose of this document is to provide an independent review of the key issues involved in the debate and to recommend an optimal solution. This document is intended for industry stakeholders, decision makers, and policy analysts as a point of reference during the ongoing debates.
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