Fluctuations in oil prices have almost spelt catastrophe for Nigeria over the past year. The future of the country's oil industry now looks more secure, but the lessons of the past year have emphasised how important it is for Nigeria to strengthen its non-oil economy. Writer Daniel Maalo
Western banks operating in the Gulf are keen to reaffirm their commitment to the region, claiming that recent debt problems in Dubai and Saudi Arabia have not shaken their confidence in the area's financial prospects. Now banks are exploring new strategies and reporting positive news. Writer Daniel Maalo
Dr Temitope Oshikoya, director-general of WAMIWest Africa's second monetary union project remains years behind its original schedule but recent progress towards convergence and the accession of a sixth member state have provided it with some much-needed momentum. Writer Daniel Maalo