Policy Challenges and Strategic Directions Executive Context Urbanization is accelerating across emerging and advanced economies, placing mounting pressure on housing supply, transport systems, water and sanitation networks, public safety, climate resilience, and local government finances. Urban planning is no longer only a land-use exercise; it is a governance and investment Read more
Governing Digital Infrastructure for Resilient and Inclusive Education Systems Executive Summary Digital infrastructure has become a foundational pillar of modern education systems. Broadband connectivity, cloud-based learning platforms, student information systems, cybersecurity frameworks, and digital content repositories now shape how education is delivered and accessed. However, in many developing economies, governance Read more
Enhancing Sustainable Infrastructure Investment in Emerging Markets Executive Context Infrastructure development remains a central driver of economic growth, social inclusion, and environmental sustainability in emerging markets. As governments confront widening infrastructure gaps across transport, energy, water systems, and digital connectivity, the imperative has shifted from expanding infrastructure alone to ensuring Read more
Financing, Governance, and Institutional Reform as Drivers of Sustainable Health Outcomes Executive Summary Healthcare system performance in emerging economies is fundamentally shaped by public policy architecture. Financing structures, risk pooling mechanisms, regulatory oversight, workforce planning, and infrastructure investment collectively determine access, quality, and long-term sustainability. Where healthcare systems rely heavily Read more
Harnessing Digital Finance for Inclusive Economic Growth in Emerging Economies Executive Summary Digital finance has emerged as a powerful enabler of inclusive economic growth in emerging economies. Mobile money platforms, digital payments systems, fintech-enabled credit, and digital savings products have expanded access to formal financial services for millions of households Read more
Strategic Considerations for Enhancing Public–Private Partnerships in Infrastructure Development Executive Context Infrastructure development remains fundamental to economic growth, competitiveness, and social welfare across both emerging and advanced economies. Governments face rising demands in transportation, energy, water systems, healthcare infrastructure, and digital connectivity—yet traditional public financing models are increasingly constrained by Read more
By Abidemi Adebamiwa Nigeria’s economy did not become K-shaped by accident. It is the product of policy choices whose consequences are now visible not only in public frustration but in hard economic realities. Since mid-2023, reforms under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu have reshaped prices, incomes, and opportunities in ways that Read more
It was the ruling that took a stack of hurried midnight commissions and turned them into the hinge for an institution’s job. The case was Marbury v. Madison, 1803. The man who asked for his letter never got it. The Court that denied the letter got its duty instead. As Read more
By Abidemi Adebamiwa Growing old in Nigeria should come with comfort, respect, and a sense of security, yet the reality for many elderly citizens is far from this ideal. Across markets, bus stops, and rural communities, older men and women who once worked hard for this country now struggle to Read more