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Paul Okolo

Paul Okolo

Abuja

Paul Okolo is a freelance journalist and communications consultant based in Abuja, Nigeria. He has worked for news organization including Voice of America, Bloomberg, Reuters and the Inter-Press Service among others. He has a Master’s in Journalism from Cardiff University in the U.K.

Articles

Africa | 29.06.2020

Nigeria's voice against racism has gone missing

After independence, Nigeria championed the cause of black people everywhere. So why did it remain silent after the murder of George Floyd?

Africa | 22.07.2019

Trade within Africa

Nigeria finally throws its weight behind the African Continental Free Trade Area. But will it boost the continent’s economy?

Democracy and society | 11.02.2019

Nigeria’s make or break elections

Nigeria has seen a massive surge in registered voters. But does the security situation allow for fair and free elections?

Africa | 08.10.2018

Like a cat with nine lives

Nigerian history had its ups and downs. But celebrating 58 years of independence now, its democracy is here to stay

Africa | 28.05.2018

An end to linguistic loyalties

Why Nigeria is aligning with Cameroon against secessionists

Africa | 30.04.2018

Liberia: President George Weah’s first 100 days

The footballer-turned-president is making good on promises to increase transparency

Foreign and security policy | 20.02.2018

Ellen Johnson Sirleaf scores another goal for women

The former Liberian president wins the prestigious Mo Ibrahim Prize

Africa | 19.01.2018

Dealing corruption a deadly blow

Muhammadu Buhari won the Nigerian presidency on an anti-graft ticket. His resolve is clear, but are his efforts paying off?

Africa | 04.12.2017

Down but not out

With Boko Haram suffering a number of setbacks, the onus is on the Nigerian government to take steps to ensure a more peaceful future

Africa | 16.10.2017

‘The absent Lion King’

Nigeria’s president Muhammadu Buhari has spent much of this year at a London clinic. His days at the top may be numbered