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Nigeria's defence minister resigns amid kidnapping crisis
Nigeria's Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has resigned from his position with immediate effect for health reasons, the…
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Protesters storm Nigeria's new art museum
Protesters targeted a new multi-million dollar museum in Nigeria and forced organisers to halt a preview event ahead of Tuesday's grand…
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Trump Deserves Credit for Action on Nigeria’s Religious Persecution
He is upholding religious freedom as a pillar of American foreign policy, despite criticism of the move filled with misconceptions and…
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Business Africa: Democracy under pressure, Egypt’s food struggles, and Nigeria’s remote work boom
Africa’s Fragile Democracies Face New Risks A recent report by the Open Society Foundations, authored by economist and political scientist…
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Nigeria's military says its airstrikes killed 35 Islamic militants in Borno state
ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — Nigeria's military said it targeted militants with precision airstrikes in the country's northeast early on…
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Nigeria's opposition leaders form alliance in effort to unseat the ruling party in 2027
LAGOS, Nigeria (AP) — Nigeria's key opposition leaders on Wednesday unveiled a new coalition which they say is aimed at unseating the…
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One of Nigeria’s richest men set to be buried in Saudi Arabia
One of Nigeria's wealthiest businessmen, Aminu Dantata, is set to be buried in Saudi Arabia later after he died on Saturday in the United…
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Could Nigeria's careful ethnic balancing act be under threat?
In Nigerian politics, there has long been an informal understanding: presidential appointments should carefully balance the country's many…
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In Nigeria’s floating slum, ‘The Herds’ tour spotlights climate change where it's felt the most
MAKOKO, Nigeria (AP) — Several canoes paddle toward Makoko, a vast floating slum built on stilts in the lagoon at one end of Nigeria’s…
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Nigeria's spectacular horse parade closing Ramadan
Booming gunfire, vibrant gowns and blaring trumpets have animated the Nigerian city of Dutse during the durbar. This is a days-long horse…
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Explosive device kills 2 at a school in Nigeria's capital city, police say
ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — An improvised explosive device detonated at a school on the outskirts of Nigeria’s capital Monday, killing two…
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Miss Nigeria's pride after defying trolls to challenge for Miss Universe
Miss Nigeria, Chidimma Adetshina, has spoken of her pride at coming second in the Miss Universe competition, as well as being named Miss…
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Nigeria's major cities suffer blackouts as the power grid collapses yet again
ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — Nigeria's major cities including Abuja, Lagos and Kano suffered blackouts Thursday as the country's electricity grid…
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Nigeria's army chief dies aged 56
Nigeria's army chief General Taoreed Lagbaja has died after a "period of illness" aged 56, President Bola Tinubu has announced. He died on…
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Nigeria’s president orders the release of 29 children facing death penalty over protests
ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu on Monday ordered the immediate release of 29 children facing the death penalty…
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Living with Nigeria's blackouts - six weeks, no power
The reception is poorly lit and a small fan barely moves the humid air as staff at Chidinma Emeneka’s laundry service in Nigeria’s…
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The man battling Nigeria’s 'witch-hunters'
Activist Leo Igwe is at the forefront of efforts to help people accused of witchcraft in Nigeria, as it can destroy their lives - and even…
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Nigeria’s independence anniversary is marked by protests and frustration over economic hardship
ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — Nigerians on Tuesday staged protests against economic hardship as the West African nation marked its 64th…
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Why Nigeria’s ‘Mr Flag Man’ has waited a year to be buried
The family of the man who designed Nigeria’s national flag have told the BBC they have given up waiting for a promised state funeral, a…
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16 people killed and dozens critically wounded in bombing in Nigeria's Borno state, officials say
ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — A bomb exploded in a roadside market in Nigeria's Borno state killing at least 16 people and wounding dozens of…
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Reports falsely claim Nigeria’s approval of Samoa deal legalises same-sex relationships
Screenshot showing the false claim, taken July 8, 2024 The newspaper is Nigeria’s most influential daily in the Muslim-dominated…
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Celebrating 50 years of marriage in Nigeria’s 'divorce capital'
A couple who live in Nigeria’s “divorce capital” are being hailed for their long marriage having recently celebrated their 50th wedding…
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Nigeria's new anthem, written by a Briton, sparks criticism after a contentious law is passed
ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — Nigeria adopted a new national anthem on Wednesday after lawmakers passed a law that replaced the current one with a…