Swoon

Today we explore the Nigerian National Petroleum Company’s ambitious move to secure a $2 billion loan in Europe. With soaring petrol prices and liquidity issues at Dangote Industries, what does this mean for Nigeria's economy?

Next, we examine the controversial increase in the Ways and Means advances okayed by Nigeria's House of Representatives. What are the arguments and fallout from this decision?

Finally, we head to Sudan, where army ruler Abdel Fattah al Burhan has rejected peace talks with the Rapid Support Forces following a deadly drone strike. What are the implications of Burhan’s stance on the future of Sudan?