Wilson Center Experts
Uche Igwe
Africa Program
Contact Information:
T (202) 691-4000
// F (202) 691-4001
Expertise:
Africa
Affiliation:
Civil Society Liaison Officer, Nigerian Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative
Wilson Center Project(s):
"Strengthening Governance in Africa's Natural Resources: The Role of China"
Term:
Jul 01, 2010
Dec 01, 2010
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