Dossier
power politics
Coverage of power politics in the Nexus archive.
- Akpabio, Oshiomhole: How sex threatens the Nigerian state, By Festus Adedayo
The article explores how sex scandals involving Nigerian politicians, including governors like Akpabio and Oshiomhole, reveal patterns in power politics across Nigeria and Africa. It cites Zimbabwean journalist Fungai Machirori's perspective on the role of sexual misconduct in explaining political dynamics.
- A Path For Middle Powers and a Rules-Based International Order: A Functional Perspective
The article examines five recurring narratives criticizing international law, particularly its regulation of military force, using contexts like the Ukraine war, Gaza war, and Iran. It argues these narratives—such as international law being a facade for power politics or too dogmatic—are often flawed, reflecting tensions between power and universal norms.