Nigeria
Prospects for Sub-Saharan African economies in 2018
Stabilising external conditions have fostered a moderate growth recovery, but structural reforms weigh on prospects
AfricaAfrican election bodies face growing scrutiny
Election bodies are becoming increasingly contentious
AfricaAfrican secessionism will challenge national unity
The appeal of secessionist movements across the continent is growing, despite their remote prospects of success
AfricaNigeria's 2018 budget targets may prove elusive
An ambitious budget plan outlines record levels of spending amid envisaged non-oil revenue gains
NigeriaNigerian Islamic movement faces more marginalisation
The country's most prominent Shia group is subjected to persistent human rights violations
NigeriaNigeria's Kanu absence will fuel conspiracy theories
The head of a leading pro-Biafra group has not been seen publicly since September
NigeriaChad may want reward for Sahel counterterrorism role
Chad is withdrawing troops from the Boko Haram fight
ChadWest African bloc will raise voters' expectations
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is positioning itself as a guarantor of electoral democracy
West Africa
