Nigeria

Adedayo Bakare argues that it will take visionary leadership to guide development in Ondo.

Our predictions for 2017

Richard Ali returns to Jos, only to find that the road to Jos is nothing like that of yesteryear for young people.

Matthew Ayibakuro on how Bayelsa's state legislature has become an appendage of the governor.

Eromo Egbejule explains why a former Delta governor, who was charged with fraud, is still celebrated by the very people he stole from.

Dr Bala Mohammed Liman argues that the political elite in Kaduna often pushes the idea that differences are what make Nigeria great, but government actions and policies are usually more divisive than unifying.

Fr. Justine Dyikuk argues that despite efforts to "rebrand" Bauchi there remain many challenges getting in the way of the states functionality.

Explore our interactive map where Nigerians from many different walks of life reflect on aspects of sub-national government in their state

Buki Fagbenle on how education is crucial for the development of traditional medicine in Oyo.

Chief Gbade Adejumo argues that the civil service in Oyo state has become inefficient.