Independent Academic Researcher — Development & Regional Studies Project
Conducted comparative analysis of global development paradigms by evaluating internal contradictions across modernization and dependency theory. Assessed socio-political evolution using resource politics and environmental justice frameworks with a focus on the Niger Delta region. Produced structured research evaluations by mapping concepts to historical and contemporary regional challenges. • Compared modernization theory vs. dependency theory contradictions • Analyzed resource politics and environmental justice frameworks • Focused analysis on historical and contemporary Niger Delta challenges • Organized findings into evaluative, framework-based research outputs