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6 days ago | 
thenationonlineng.net | Abiodun Komolafe |Alao Abiodun
I was out of town last Saturday when a sudden phone call shattered my plans for the weekend. My co-tenant informed me of a shocking rent hike by a staggering 75% increase! In one fell swoop?
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1 week ago | 
independent.ng | Abiodun Komolafe
One reason many Nigerians voted for the All Progressives Congress (APC) was its manifesto commitment to laying the foundation for a Nordic-Scandinavian and German-style social market economy. This is a model that promises a blend of economic efficiency and social welfare that appeals to the aspirations of a more equitable society. A social market economy is grounded in achieving macroeconomic stability to foster sustainable development and safeguard living standards.
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1 week ago | 
realnewsmagazine.net | Abiodun Komolafe
Nigeria: A nation unto itself?
7 MIN READ
Opinion By Abiodun KOMOLAFEONE reason many Nigerians voted for the All Progressives Congress (APC) was its manifesto commitment to laying the foundation for a Nordic-Scandinavian and German-style social market economy. This is a model that promises a blend of economic efficiency and social welfare that appeals to the aspirations of a more equitable society.
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1 week ago | 
thenews-chronicle.com | Abiodun Komolafe
One reason many Nigerians voted for the All Progressives Congress (APC) was its manifesto commitment to laying the foundation for a Nordic-Scandinavian and German-style social market economy. This is a model that promises a blend of economic efficiency and social welfare that appeals to the aspirations of a more equitable society. A social market economy is grounded in achieving macroeconomic stability to foster sustainable development and safeguard living standards.
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1 week ago | 
thenationonlineng.net | Abiodun Komolafe |Alao Abiodun
One reason many Nigerians voted for the All Progressives Congress (APC) was its manifesto commitment to laying the foundation for a Nordic-Scandinavian and German-style social market economy. This is a model that promises a blend of economic efficiency and social welfare that appeals to the aspirations of a more equitable society. A social market economy is grounded in achieving macroeconomic stability to foster sustainable development and safeguard living standards.
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2 weeks ago | 
thenationonlineng.net | Abiodun Komolafe |Alao Abiodun
As the world pays its respects, the ‘exequies’, or papal funeral rites, for Pope Francis are underway at the Vatican. The Pope continued the humility of his earthly journey by insisting he not be buried in the pomp and grandiosity of Saint Peter’s Basilica where many of his predecessors lie. Instead, he had expressed a desire to be buried in Santa Maria Maggiore. This choice reflects his devotion to Mary and the Church. It emphasizes his commitment to simplicity and service.
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3 weeks ago | 
peoplesdailyng.com | Abiodun Komolafe
By Abiodun KomolafeNigeria’s response to the shifting global trade landscape remains, to be polite, incoherent despite establishing an advisory group or task force. To rectify this, Nigeria should consider appointing an international trade czar, similar to South Africa’s approach, and empower him to negotiate on its behalf.
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3 weeks ago | 
realnewsmagazine.net | Abiodun Komolafe
Trump tariffs and the irony of governance
7 MIN READ
Opinion By Abiodun KOMOLAFEBASICALLY, Trump tariffs and ‘Liberation Day’ declaration have again exposed Nigeria’s lack of preparedness and institutional memory. In 1967, the same Nigeria demonstrated remarkable foresight and brilliance in responding to the British Pound Sterling devaluation, leaving the British government bewildered.
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3 weeks ago | 
thenationonlineng.net | Abiodun Komolafe
Basically, Trump tariffs and ‘Liberation Day’ declaration have again exposed Nigeria’s lack of preparedness and institutional memory. In 1967, the same Nigeria demonstrated remarkable foresight and brilliance in responding to the British Pound Sterling devaluation, leaving the British government bewildered. Some British cabinet members weren’t even aware of the devaluation until after it happened, privately wondering if Nigeria had an insider within their ranks.
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1 month ago | 
realnewsmagazine.net | Abiodun Komolafe
Nigeria and the part of our past (2)
7 MIN READ
Opinion By Abiodun KOMOLAFENIGERIA’S current challenges are products of a complex interplay of historical, economic and social factors, including a flawed foundation, poor governance and successive elites’ inability to improve the country’s infrastructure and institutions. This foundational weakness has hindered national progress, resulting in unimpressive development indices.
