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Nextier is a multi-competency public sector advisory firm with expertise in policy research, strategy, finance, monitoring & evaluation, strategic communications, and training. Our consultants deliver rigorous analysis, deep knowledge of their industries, and pragmatic solutions to produce practical, sustainable, and high impact results. We leverage our deep industry expertise and use analytical r

igor to help our clients make informed decisions and solve their most critical challenges. We assemble the best resources (locally and internationally) to focus on our projects. Whether it is an elected official looking to solve the poverty challenge, a government agency looking to achieve operational excellence or increase internally generated revenue, or an international investor seeking opportunities in the Nigerian power sector, Nextier delivers sustained impact. Nextier has offices in Abuja, Enugu and Lagos. Twitter:

Eid Mubarak from all of us at Nextier.
27/05/2026

Eid Mubarak from all of us at Nextier.

Power is not judged by installed capacity; it’s judged by whether the lights stay on consistently..In the next episode o...
26/05/2026

Power is not judged by installed capacity; it’s judged by whether the lights stay on consistently..

In the next episode of Connecting the Dots, Hasana Bello Aliyu, VP of Operations at Konexa, discusses the less glamorous side of the energy business: the discipline of delivery.

What does it really take to operate hybrid energy systems in places where the grid is unreliable or absent altogether? How do you build systems that survive real-world conditions, not just PowerPoint presentations? At what point does “patient capital” stop being patience… and start becoming tolerance for failure?

Episode out on Monday, June 1, 2025.

Anticipate.

On Tuesday, May 19, 2026, Nextier participated in an Experts’ Discussion organised by the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES)...
25/05/2026

On Tuesday, May 19, 2026, Nextier participated in an Experts’ Discussion organised by the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) Peace and Security Competence Center (PSCC), jointly hosted by its Dakar and Nigeria offices.

The forum, themed “Regional Cooperation and External Support in Meeting Security Challenges in West Africa and the Sahel,” convened scholars and practitioners to examine the evolving security landscape across the region.

Representing Nextier as one of two lead paper presenters, Ndubuisi N. Nwokolo, PhD, Partner at Nextier, presented a paper titled:
“Nigeria’s Role in West Africa: Can Nigeria Lead Regionally While Struggling Internally?”

Drawing on hegemony theory as its analytical framework, the paper examined Nigeria’s historical economic, political, and military influence within West Africa and interrogated how that position has been increasingly challenged by deep domestic contradictions, including:

- Rising insecurity and armed violence
- Sluggish economic growth
- Increasing poverty
- Democratic backsliding
- Persistent governance challenges

The paper also explored how the growing assertiveness of competing middle powers within the sub-region is reshaping Nigeria’s regional standing.

The central argument underscored that Nigeria’s ability to reclaim and sustain regional leadership in West Africa and, more broadly, across the African continent depends significantly on its capacity to address internal governance and development challenges.

At Nextier, we remain committed to contributing evidence-based analysis and policy engagement on critical issues shaping peace, security, governance, and regional cooperation across Africa.

On May 16, 2026, Nigerian forces under Operation Hadin Kai, working jointly with the United States Africa Command (U.S. ...
25/05/2026

On May 16, 2026, Nigerian forces under Operation Hadin Kai, working jointly with the United States Africa Command (U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM)), carried out a precision air-land operation that killed Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, also known as Abu-Mainok, in Metele, Borno State.

Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters described the operation as:

“the single most consequential counterterrorism outcome in the North East Theatre since the inception of Operation HADIN KAI.”

US President Donald Trump publicly identified al-Minuki as ISIS’s second-in-command globally, while President Bola Tinubu confirmed that several of his key lieutenants were also eliminated during the operation.

Who was Abu-Bilal al-Minuki?

- Born in Mainok, Borno State, in 1982
- Rose through the ranks of Boko Haram
- Pledged allegiance to ISIS in 2015
- Became a central figure in ISWAP’s global administrative network after the disappearance of Mamman Nur in 2018
- Designated a Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT) by the US Department of State in June 2023

His influence extended across:

- North East Nigeria
- The Lake Chad Basin
- The Sahel region
- Wider transnational extremist networks

But beyond the tactical success lies a deeper strategic question:

Does the elimination of a high-profile insurgent leader create conditions for sustainable security progress, or does it merely shift the internal balance within insurgency networks?

As Nigeria approaches the 2027 general elections amid persistent governance and security challenges in the North East, this edition of the Nextier Policy Weekly examines:

- The strategic implications of al-Minuki’s death
- The future trajectory of ISWAP and insurgency dynamics
- The relationship between counterterrorism operations and long-term stability
- Whether military gains can translate into sustainable security outcomes

The report argues that tactical victories alone rarely guarantee strategic transformation, particularly in environments shaped by governance deficits, institutional fragility, and protracted insecurity.

Click the link below to read the full report.
https://bit.ly/Abu-Mainok

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Months of evidence-driven collaboration. One room. One shared commitment.The conclusion of the Strategic Implementation ...
22/05/2026

Months of evidence-driven collaboration. One room. One shared commitment.

The conclusion of the Strategic Implementation Plan (SIP) process for the National Integrated Electricity Policy (NIEP) marks an important milestone in Nigeria’s journey toward a more resilient, decentralised, and financially sustainable electricity sector.

This highlight captures the unveiling and stakeholder validation workshop for the Strategic Implementation Plan (SIP) of the National Integrated Electricity Policy (NIEP), a landmark step in Nigeria’s electricity sector reform journey.

More than a policy framework, the SIP serves as the operational bridge between vision and implementation. The vision: a solvent, decentralised electricity industry capable of delivering reliable and affordable power to Nigerians. The mission: to operationalise the NIEP by translating policy priorities into measurable outcomes, clear implementation pathways, and bankable interventions.

The panel discussions reflected the depth of engagement and technical thinking underpinning the process, covering critical themes such as financial viability, market sustainability, universal access, grid readiness, decentralisation under the Electricity Act, and Nigeria’s broader energy transition agenda.

Key themes that shaped the conversation included:
• Stronger coordination between federal and state actors
• Credible and independent regulatory frameworks
• Bankable structures designed to unlock private capital
• The discipline to move decisively from planning to implementation

Government. Development partners. Private sector actors. One room, working toward a shared goal. That level of alignment is critical to building an electricity sector that is efficient, resilient, and sustainable.

At Nextier, we remain focused on ensuring strategic frameworks are not only well-conceived but also implementable and capable of driving measurable, lasting impact.

The validation and refinement phase lies ahead. The work continues.

Happening now!Webinar Theme: Expanding Liberia’s Financing Frontier and Leveraging Regional Capital MarketsClick the lin...
21/05/2026

Happening now!

Webinar Theme: Expanding Liberia’s Financing Frontier and Leveraging Regional Capital Markets

Click the link below to join in on the conversation.
http://bit.ly/4fgMK7i

On Monday, May 18, 2026, Nextier hosted the team from FES Nigeria, including Lennart Oestergaard, Resident Representativ...
21/05/2026

On Monday, May 18, 2026, Nextier hosted the team from FES Nigeria, including Lennart Oestergaard, Resident Representative; Chidiebere Ugwu, Project Manager; and Ekene Ikwelle, Communication Coordinator, alongside the Programme Manager from the FES Peace and Security Competency Centre (PSCC) Dakar, as well as Nextier team members Ndidi Anyanwu, PhD, Ojodomo Odiniya (COREN), Chidimma Linda Obi, Ndubuisi N. Nwokolo, PhD, Okoli Chukwuma R., PhD, Olive Aniunoh, and Samuel Oluwajobi for a productive engagement on evolving peace, security, and development dynamics across the Sahel and West Africa.

The discussions explored emerging regional trends, shared insights on governance and stability, and identified opportunities for stronger collaboration to advance peacebuilding and sustainable development across the region.

The visit also provided an opportunity to showcase the breadth of Nextier’s capabilities across security and peacebuilding, public-sector advisory, power-sector advisory, and climate advocacy.

We look forward to continued partnership on issues shaping the future of the Sahel and West Africa.

Who bears responsibility for national development in deeply unequal societies?Join the conversation.https://bit.ly/DevDi...
20/05/2026

Who bears responsibility for national development in deeply unequal societies?

Join the conversation.
https://bit.ly/DevDisc_PND

“The fragmentation of the state has led to the privatisation of the Nigerian state.”Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah reflects...
20/05/2026

“The fragmentation of the state has led to the privatisation of the Nigerian state.”

Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah reflects on governance, power, and the unfinished project of nation-building in Nigeria.

Join the conversation.
https://bit.ly/DevDisc_PND

We have made peace with dysfunction instead of confronting it.Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah speaks on elite responsibility...
20/05/2026

We have made peace with dysfunction instead of confronting it.

Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah speaks on elite responsibility, state failure, and the future of national development.

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https://bit.ly/DevDisc_PND

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