Tanzania's reduced political risk fuels investment and consumer spending

President Samia Hassan is successfully wooing foreign investors to Tanzania, signalling reduced political risk and higher consumer spending.

Senegal's political uncertainty risks deterring foreign investment

The indefinite nature of the postponement raises fears of a constitutional coup and may affect Senegal’s growth prospects.

African Elections in 2024: Will democracy prevail?

The last few years have seen democratic backsliding on the African continent. Elections this year may restore some momentum.

The Brief: Red Sea crisis fuels Africa’s inflation risk

The war in the Middle East is disrupting commerce in the Red Sea and will affect African economies.

How Nigeria can fulfil its potential as an emerging economy

Nigeria was declared a leading emerging economy in 2014, but has lost its way. How can it get back on track?

Growing conflict in Ghana's north threatens national stability

We assess the impact of the increased conflict on Ghana’s risk profile.

Ghana's protests and political history signal the end for NPP in 2024

Ghana’s ruling National Patriotic Party (NPP) confronts discontent, internal strife and historical precedent as elections approach.

The Brief: Nigeria's $11 billion showdown with P&ID: A close call

Nigeria’s $11 billion close call in the P&ID case strongly warns against poor commercial practices in the country’s oil and gas industry.

CBN appointments: A clean slate for economic policies

Godwin Emefiele’s suspension without senate approval raises big questions about the CBN’s independence. New appointments should change this.

Why re-opening the Kenya-Somalia border could increase Kenya’s political risk

Assessing the political considerations for reopening the Kenyan-Somalian border and the impact of terrorist attacks on Kenya's tourism sector.

What Niger’s coup means for ECOWAS

Four of the six military regimes in Africa are in West Africa. Why does Niger's recent coup matter?

Challenges and consequences of Nigeria’s historic 48-member cabinet

Five trends from Tinubu's cabinet nominees

Stears’ approval ratings spotlight public sentiment in policy changes

Stears polls Lagosians to uncover data measuring consumer perception, trust in institutions and confidence in Nigeria's 60-day-old government.

Tinubunomics: Is Nigeria open for business?

There are more differences than similarities between Tinubu's and Buhari's administrations, does this inspire a brighter outlook for Nigeria?

How should federal spending change in a post-subsidy Nigeria?

The end of Nigeria's petrol subsidy means the country's existing social contract is being remade. What will (and should) replace it?

How should President Tinubu work with the National Assembly?

We examine the likely relationship between President Tinubu and the National Assembly.

Nigeria’s Inauguration Day: How should President Tinubu lead?

As President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is inaugurated today, we highlight the tasks that await him.

5 things Tinubu should achieve in his first 100 days in office

Tinubu, Nigeria's President elect's first 100 days as president and why it matters.

Why Nigeria needs fewer political parties

Smaller parties with no realistic path to the presidency have costly consequences on stakeholders like the electoral commission and voters.

Buhari’s reforms: Hope for Nigeria’s future?

Financial independence for state assemblies and judiciaries could be a game-changer.

What are Peter Obi and Atiku's chances at the Presidential Election Tribunal?

Getting a presidential election overturned is a tall order.

Kwara, Nigeria’s Kingmaker, predicts a Tinubu Presidency

We assess why Kwara matters in Nigeria’s presidential politics, and who Kwarans project to be Nigeria's next president.

Will the South East deliver votes in the 2023 elections?

Analysing the South-East's role in Nigeria's 2023 presidential elections.

Why Tinubu could lose to Peter Obi in Lagos

Stears' poll shows Tinubu, the two-term governor, could be under pressure to win in his state.

Why Nigerians abroad cannot vote during elections

Nigeria's diaspora does not have a voice. Time to fix it

How Nigeria’s fourth attempt at democracy has evolved

In this article, six charts show the evolution of Nigeria's fourth republic.

Nigeria's governors matter for the country's future, here's why

Nigeria's governors have less scrutiny compared to the President. This should not continue.

Are quotas for women in politics a good idea?

Across the world, quotas have been used to increase female participation in politics. We assess if this makes sense.

2023 manifesto explained: APC and PDP’s plans for insecurity in Nigeria

Analysing APC and PDP's plan to solve insecurity in Nigeria.

Why Nigeria's Middle Belt can predict its next President

The North-Central tends to vote for the winner of the presidential election. Will this continue?

70% of Nigerian lawmakers serve a single term, why’s that?

Every four years, around 70% of legislators lose their seats. We unpack why this isn't good for the country.

Why political party ‘structure’ matters in Nigeria

The Labour Party has gathered momentum for 2023 elections, but Nigeria's two-party duopoly will take some stopping.

Governance - 13 OCT 2020

SARS vs the People: Why police reform has been delayed

Why police reforms remain a long shot in Nigeria.

Governance - 26 JUL 2018

Latest updates in Nigeria's political transfer window

Do recent defections betray the lack of organising principles by our political parties?

Governance - 17 MAY 2018

The Wrong Medicine: Nigeria's addiction to bans

There is a well-trodden path of failed drug bans. Nigeria should avoid it

Governance - 09 MAR 2018

Mo' government, Mo' problems

Why restructuring might answer the growing problem that is the Federal Government

Governance - 23 JAN 2018

Herdsmen on Rampage: Follow the Money

Is the violence between farmers and herdsmen about economics?

Governance - 09 NOV 2017

Teacher, Don't Teach Me Nonsense

Nasir El-Rufai is the latest governor to attempt to improve teacher quality. Will he succeed?

Governance - 22 SEP 2017

Time to End The Corruption Denial

Nigeria's law enforcement institutions should confront the reality of corruption and tackle it.