Skip to the content

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).

my blog

Books
admin
Music and memories…

Quisque rhoncus aliquam quam eget lobortis. Duis ornare risus urna, sed tristique neque vulputate molestie. Curabitur sed ante fringilla, in porttitor ligula. Fusce nec blandit nun

Read More

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 | 

Ominira Initiative

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