MARO AKPOBI - The Enduring Colonialism and Neoliberalism in Africa – A Close Look at Nigeria’s Political-Economic Entanglements With Imperial Structures - The Elephant

MARO AKPOBI - The Enduring Colonialism and Neoliberalism in Africa – A Close Look at Nigeria’s Political-Economic Entanglements With Imperial Structures - The Elephant

Many observers wonder why numerous countries that gained independence long after most African nations now enjoy significantly stronger economies and development indicators. Looking beyond superficial explanations requires understanding how neocolonialism functions as a persistent system of control and extraction by Western powers, effectively preventing genuine independence and sovereignty across much of Africa.