The recently concluded webinar on “Economic Policy in Fragile and Conflict-Affected States” explored how nations can navigate the complex realities of fragility while pursuing growth and stability.
It was an enriching conversation featuring:
Prof. Adeola Adenikinju – President, Nigerian Economic Society (Keynote Speaker)
Dr. Abdi Ali – Head, State Fragility Initiative (IGC) (Guest Speaker)
Dr. Oluwanbepelumi Olanubi – Executive Director, Kingsgate Advisors Institute (Moderator)
Discussions covered:
- The trade-offs policymakers face between short-term relief and long-term structural reforms.
- How weak institutions, insecurity, and limited fiscal space hinder effective policy implementation in fragile states.
- The role of regional cooperation, private sector participation, and evidence-based research in shaping resilient economies.
- The session provided actionable insights on building stronger economic foundations where conflict and instability persist.
For those who missed the session or would like to revisit the insights, the full webinar recording is now available on our YouTube channel [https://youtu.be/LKlQW67SpkI].
