The apparent success of the military coup in Niger bodes ill for democracy and stability in the Sahel and the rest of the continent.

Peter Obi may have lost the Nigerian presidential election, but he and the movement he leads may yet win the political war.

Whether he wins the presidency or not, Peter Obi has already changed the course of Nigerian politics for good.

Presidential candidate faces a dilemma as religious factor threatens to undo campaign. 

Numerous countries will hold elections in 2023. Here are five to watch.