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natural resource curse
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Power-sharing institutions can mitigate violent contests for natural resource rents
Local elections in Nigeria may improve representation at the local level, contributing to a more peaceful resolution of contests for resources
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Unpredictable oil discoveries fail to deliver local development benefits
Production delays, sudden windfalls, and political reactions after discoveries create major challenges for local governments in Brazil