Topic: Nigeria

Obama in Africa: Why he chose Ghana

The visit is seen as a reward for Ghana's commitment to good governance and democracy. There's also newfound oil and a photo-op at a former slave fort.

Opinion: Ghana's hype over Obama, beyond race

Ghanaians take a special pride in the fact that neither they nor Obama are descended from slaves, but they know that his visit has more practical reasons, too.

Opinion: Nigerian car thief turns into goat!

In West Africa, widespread belief in witchcraft, black magic, and superstition undermine the fundamentals of journalism.

If demand for oil is low, why aren't prices falling?

Uncertainty about the global economic recovery means that the market is unusually unpredictable right now.

The Kremlin takes an African safari

President Dmitry Medvedev and his entourage of 400 hope to rebuild Russia's status – and sign energy deals – during their African tour this week.

Niger Delta militants vow more attacks

Chevron has evacuated hundreds of employees from the oil-rich region of Nigeria after a string of attacks on oil pipelines.

Opinion: Nigeria's lesson for America: civil service

Its youth service is a promising way to strengthen social bonds.

The Monitor's View: A stop sign for human trafficking

Nigeria shows the political will to investigate, prosecute, and convict.

Economic downturn fuels human trafficking

Twelve more countries are on the US watch list this year for failing to combat trafficking, as the recession makes workers vulnerable to exploitation.

In Somalia's break-away corner, an oasis of stability

The self-declared republic of Somaliland has elections, a strong economy, and zero tolerance for extremists or pirates. But no one recognizes it.

As P&G CEO looks abroad, Home Depot cuts costs

Cheers in Nigeria after Shell agrees to pay $15.5 million

Despite the settlement, the oil firm denies complicity in the former military government's execution of antidrilling activists in the mid-1990s. Activists say the case is 'an important first step' toward justice in the region.

Africa contributes biggest share of new members to Christian Science church

At its Annual Meeting, the church emphasizes global outreach, financial stewardship

Today's coverage: Sotomayor faces new rules, Shell strikes deal, Globe doesn't

Opinion: If Nigeria turns a corner, women will be steering

Women are stepping up to raise standards in the public realm.

The Monitor's View: In Cairo, Obama must thank moderate Muslims

Gratitude for standing up to the radicals' ideology can bring respect for the US.

Joyful bohemian

American-born folk singer Grace has tapped a noncynical streak in her French audience.

In Somalia, African Union takes the offensive in information war

AMISOM is rehabilitating Radio Mogadishu and publishing articles to 'empower' Somalis and push back against Islamist insurgents.

This summer's gas price forecast better than last

The higher prices, linked to rising oil costs, are still lower compared with last Memorial Day.

Opinion: Nigeria: So much more than scam artists

The media present only a wretched picture of Africa. People mistakenly believe that's all there is.

Opinion: Bring 'people power' to Pakistan

US aid and troops alone won't stabilize the country. But a campaign to unleash Pakistan's positive civic energy could.

I Do Not Come to You By Chance

How an upright, idealistic young Nigerian was recruited into the world of e-mail scams.

Is South Africa about to become more 'African'?

Populist Jacob Zuma's expected victory in Wednesday's presidential poll unnerves some well-to-do South Africans, but others are drawn to his commitment to the traditional value of 'ubuntu.'

Inmates at Lebanon’s largest prison take drama to heart

For the first time in the Middle East, prisoners stage a play and gain insight and respite from overcrowding and anger.

Bangladesh fights rampant corporate corruption

It charged the son of a former leader with laundering kickbacks and is investigating other prominent figures.