Nigeria is experiencing its worst economic crisis in a generation
The National Day of Mourning was launched to remember victims of violence and demand accountability from authorities
Watchdogs say Niamey’s transitional military leadership arbitrarily detains and intimidates journalists
A state assembly lawmaker who scheduled a mass marriage has since scuttled the ceremony following outcry from federal officials
Human rights activists criticize new bid put forward by lawmakers to punish drug trafficking with death penalty
The coalition said a U.S. military base in northern Nigeria could aggravate regional tensions with neighbors, cause a notable environmental impact and worsen the high cost of living for the local population.
Ten people died in the terrorist attack and dozens were kidnapped
Nigeria accounts for 27% of the global malaria burden, the highest in the world
Summit seeks to enhance intelligence sharing among African nations and promote African-led strategies on counterterrorism
Pact provides legal support for joint protection of endangered species, including gorillas and chimpanzees, and shared natural habitats
In a historic moment, Iran launches a direct attack on Israel with hundreds of missiles, resulting in minimal damage. In Nigeria, the fate of dozens of young girls kidnapped by Boko Haram remains a mystery ten years after hundreds were abducted. This week on the Inside Story: Mideast Tension.
Nigerian authorities announce new measure compelling oil producers to sell shares of crude oil to local refiners before exporting
The president's opinion piece for Newsweek comes on 10th anniversary of Chibok schoolgirls kidnapping
Days following the kidnappings, activists coalesced and started the ‘Bring Back Our Girls,’ or BBOG, movement, demanding their rescue
Authorities say an existing power subsidy was not sustainable and did not spur electricity sector investment
Godwin Emefiele was arrested in June, days after President Bola Tinubu took office
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Authorities say one of two company executives in custody since late February escaped last week
Student journalists are leading efforts to hold public officials accountable in Nigeria. A media nonprofit is training students to investigate public construction projects and other targets of corruption and report to the community. Timothy Obiezu has the story for VOA.
Community had been attacked days earlier as violence continues in remote areas
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