Olakunle Mohammed
I am an African writer, researcher and media entrepreneur. Currently, I am the Lead Researcher at Media Inno Tech Ltd. and a postgraduate research student in Social Research at the University College London (UCL).
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Research
Journal
Mohammed, M.O. (Under review). Data-Driven Policy Making: The Impact of Open Data on Development Practices in Nigeria. Data & Policy
Working Paper
Sanni, Z.O., & Mohammed, M.O. (2025). The Role of Disinformation in the Dearth of Democracy in Africa’s Sahel. Paper Presented at the Democracy Reimagined: Advancing Democratic Resilience and Renewal Conference, November 17-19, 2025, University of Canberra, Australia. https://www.delibdem.org/new-projects-grants-and-awards/democracy-reimagined
Dissertations
Mohammed, M. (2025). How Open Data is Reshaping Development Practices in Nigeria. Masters Dissertation. Norwich, UK: School of Global Development, University of East Anglia. doi:10.5281/zenodo.17360855.
Mohammed, M. (2025). Assessment of the Impact of Public-Private Partnership (Concession) on Service Delivery of The Nigerian Ports: A Case Study of Tin Can Island Port, Lagos State. Masters Dissertation. Zaria, NG: Ahmadu Bello University. doi:10.5281/zenodo.17360496.
Analyses, Essays and Commentary
Africa’s services sector and what AfCFTA can do differently | BusinessDay Nigeria
How innovative payments and eCommerce can catalyse intra-African trade | BusinessDay Nigeria
How AfCFTA can strengthen regional value chains and SMEs growth | BusinessDay Nigeria, The Cable Nigeria
AfCFTA's digital trade framework: A crucial tool for Intra-African Trade | BusinessDay Nigeria
The bumpy ride of logistics within Africa and AfCFTA’s potential solutions | BusinessDay Nigeria, The Cable Nigeria
How Naira redesign and its aftermath affect free trade in Nigeria | BusinessDay Nigeria
AfCFTA can Address the Insecurities in Africa. Here’s How | Modern Ghana
Burkina Faso’s Constant Coups and the Failures of Africa's Democratisation | Modern Ghana
AfCFTA: Africa’s economy and Russia-Ukraine conflict | The Guardian Nigeria
The Ukraine war left millions of Africans food insecure, and a bigger crisis looms | News24
What does the NNPC Reform Hold for Nigeria's Energy Sustainability? | Free Trade Nigeria
Manufacturing is Nigeria's Best Approach to Maximise the AfCFTA | Free Trade Nigeria
Customs Modernisation Agreement; Opportunities and Challenges | Free Trade Nigeria
Why Government Must Address Barriers to Export Trade | Free Trade Nigeria
Why Nigeria Should Digitize Its Ports Operation Quickly | Free Trade Nigeria
Impact of Foreign Exchange Challenges on Nigeria’s Economy | Ominira Initiative
How Free Trade and Better Business Environment Can Spur Job Creation in Nigeria | Free Trade Nigeria
VAT Collection by States and the Quest for Decentralisation | Ominira Initiative
What Will the Future of Work Look Like in Nigeria, Post Pandemic? | Ominira Initiative
How Removing Financial Regulations can help Small Businesses in Nigeria Prosper |
Is Nigeria a Failed State? | Ominira Initiative
Africa Needs to Transition from Dependence on Mineral Wealth to Technology and Innovation | Ominira Initiative
Impact of Medical Tourism on the State of Nigeria’s Healthcare System | Ominira Initiative
The Impact of Digital Technology on Africa’s Music and Movies Industry | Ominira Initiative
Nigeria’s Tech Sector is Ready to Overtake the Oil Economy | Ominira Initiative
Safeguarding Naira and Prohibiting Cryptocurrency: Nigeria’s Economic Dilemma | Ominira Initiative
Nigeria’s Haphazard NIN-SIM Linking is Infringing on Citizens’ Freedom | Ominira Initiative
Nigeria’s Worsening Insecurity as Basis for Rising Food Prices | Ominira Initiative
2020: A Nigerian Bottom Feeder’s Perspective | An24 News
Politicking And Poli-tricking, The Nigerian Way | An24 News
What Joe Biden Presidency Could Mean for US-Africa Trade | Ominira Initiative
Nigeria’s Playbook On Spending Your Way To Recession | An24 News
Elections in Nigeria: Voters’ Apathy, Violence, e-voting and Matters Arising | Ominira Initiative
Five Lessons from Nigeria’s EndSARS Protests | Ominira Initiative
How port delays affect export and import business in Nigeria | Ominira Initiative
The Role of Digital Technology in Africa’s Development | Ominira Initiative
Cost of Living in Nigeria is Rising and Needs Attention | Ominira Initiative
Remember Me, Remember Us | An24 News
Pros and Cons of Nigeria’s new Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) 2020 | Ominira Initiative
Pros and Cons of Shoprite’s Planned Exit from Nigeria’s Market | Ominira Initiative
Nigeria’s Dying Refineries and the Urgent Need for Privatization | Ominira Initiative
3 Ways Nigerian Government Can Support SMEs During This Crisis | Ominira Initiative
Why government must address rising food prices and supply chain problems now | Ominira Initiative
Entertainment
BBNaija Takeaways: President Laycon Or President Buhari? | An24 News
Engagements
ICFJ Voices: Olakunle Mohammed, Making Fact-Checking Accessible to People With Disabilities | ICFJ
Using sign language to combat the spread of health misinformation in Africa | IJNet
How Are African Journalists Using Sign Language to Fight Health Misinformation? |Foreign Press
News Verifier Africa makes Fact-Checking Inclusive and Accessible for Persons with Disabilities | Internews
Analysts advocate updated Database of Nigerians for transparent disbursement of Palliatives | Cresthills Media
News Verifier Africa launches Inclusive website | Media Career NG
Data
Interview data analysis for MA Dissertation | NVivo