Nigeria

A much-anticipated oil and gas bill has been delayed once more, but its ultimate passage appears near

Tramadol misuse is rising in much of the developing world, prompting calls for international action by impacted states.

Some reform openings come amid tightened control of dissent and growing economic hardship

The sluggish performance of key markets undermines hopes of economic recovery

Protest-related unrest has calmed down of late but dissatisfaction with the authorities remains high

US special forces rescued a US national that had been kidnapped in southern Niger

The president gave a nationwide address yesterday after days of growing unrest

Soldiers have been accused of killing several protesters, but the authorities claim otherwise