Tag: data transparency
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World Blinded to Risks in Booming $250tn Shadow Banking Market
Executives, Regulators, and the Growing Shadow The shadow banking system, a sprawling network of non-bank actors that provide credit, liquidity, and funding outside traditional banking channels, has grown to an estimated $250 trillion in assets. Yet top financial watchdogs acknowledge that the sector operates largely in the shadows, with data gaps that hinder timely risk…
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Rebuilding Trust in Nigeria’s Monetary Policy for Price Stability
Introduction: Why trust matters in monetary policy For any central bank, price stability is the bedrock of credibility. In emerging markets like Nigeria, that credibility has come under strain from periods of unorthodox policy, volatile inflation, and exchange-rate swings. When authorities rely on interventionist tools or frequent policy pivots, businesses and households lose confidence in…
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Mistaken Prisoner Releases: 91 Freed in Error Over Seven Months
Overview: 91 Prisoners Freed in Error New data from the Ministry of Justice reveals that 91 prisoners were released by mistake between the start of April and the end of October. The figures, released as part of ongoing government accountability, highlight concerns about the accuracy of release procedures and the potential risks posed by incorrect…
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Slow Efficiency Progress Is a Wasted Opportunity: Driving Bold Action on Energy Efficiency
Why Energy Efficiency Cannot Be Ignored Governments worldwide have made energy security, affordability, and sustainability top priorities. Yet progress on energy efficiency—the fastest and most cost-efficient path to lower energy bills, reduce emissions, and strengthen grid resilience—often lags behind ambitions. When efficiency moves slowly, households and businesses bear higher costs, while opportunities to modernize infrastructure…
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Widespread image reuse and manipulation uncovered in animal brain-injury studies
Overview: The scope of image-related concerns in brain-injury research A recent analysis published in PLOS Biology has revealed troubling trends in animal studies focused on brain injury after stroke. Researchers found that more than 200 papers describing strategies to prevent brain damage after a stroke contain problematic images. The issues include duplicated Western blots and…