Nigeria at 66: “Quantitative Expansion Without Quality”

Nigeria is marking 66 years of independence, a journey that has seen the country grow in population, infrastructure, technology and institutions. But despite these changes, many Nigerians continue to struggle with issues such as the rising cost of living, unemployment, insecurity and poor access to basic services. A public affairs analyst recently described Nigeria’s experience as “quantitative expansion without quality,” raising questions about whether the country’s growth over the years has...