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Cesare Adeniyi-Martins

Cesare Adeniyi-Martins

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Cesare graduated with a BSc in Banking and Finance at the University of Benin, Nigeria. He has recently completed his national service at the Ministry of Economic Planning and Budget in Lagos and intersected the inventory unit, data bank unit, and economic intelligence unit. He participated in projects such as; Lagos state data bank- eko360.ng, Lagos State 2021 Ministerial Press briefing, Lagos state 2021 magazine, Lagos state 50-years development plan.

 

His passion for special jurisdictions led him to volunteer as a contributing author at the Startup Societies Foundations’ Institute for competitive governance in 2021. More recently, he became an ambassador of the Free Private Cities Foundation in Nigeria. Cesare has shown exemplary interest in promoting innovative governance models and economic freedom to create prosperity in Nigeria. He founded Abelar, an organization that focuses on advancing special jurisdictions locally. His bylines have featured on the Institute for competitive governance and The Cable Newspaper.

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Charter Cities Podcast Episode 60: Tom Lavers on Ethiopia’s Developmental State

Ethiopia’s Developmental State model has garnered attention for its ambitious goals and efforts to transform the economy, but has it been successful? Joining us today is Tom Lavers, Senior lecturer in Politics and Development at The University of Manchester, to help navigate this complex topic. Tom is a dedicated researcher whose passion lies in exploring the intricate interplay between social and political dynamics amid structural shifts. His research is characterized by a nuanced investigation into the changing socio-political landscapes and the evolving relationships between states and societies. In our conversation, we delve into Ethiopia’s political coalition shifts and explore the government’s achievements and setbacks in fostering development. We discuss Ethiopia’s complex historical roots, how statehood has significantly shaped Ethiopia’s development trajectory, the distributive crisis in Ethiopia, and the factors contributing to Ethiopia’s current challenges. Gain valuable insights into the country’s industrial landscape, developmental strategies, geographical equity hurdles, urbanization shifts, and much more. Tune in for a comprehensive exploration of Ethiopia’s developmental journey with expert Tom Lavers!

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