This book deconstructs the neopatrimonial paradigm that has dominated analysis of
Nigerian and African development. It shows that by denying agency to Nigerian societies …

This study locates the Nigerian colonial and postcolonial railroad development experience
in the global context of the nexus between railroad technological innovation and …

The purpose of this study is to provide a clearer understanding of strategic factors governing
international relations among non-Western countries, and especially Japan-Africa …

94 Tokunbo A. Ayoola “there is no escape from transport”. 1 This observation in turn
underscores the importance of transport in the economy of any country, region, continent, or …

In line with the federal government's industrial policy, the industrial development policy of
Bendel State's government was hinged on the need to diversify the state's economy in order …