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Nigerian presidential contender Abubakar calls for flood relief fund

Nigeria's main opposition presidential contender on Wednesday called on the government to immediately set up a flood disaster fund similar to one created to fight the coronavirus pandemic, to help victims hit by the worst floods in a decade.

Reuters

Review: 'Jollof Rice and Other Revolutions,' by Omolola Ijeoma Ogunyemi

FICTION: A Nigerian writer spotlights transatlantic immigrant themes in these linked short stories.

Tribune News Service

Arsenal starlet Folarin Balogun reveals desire to play for Nigeria after England youth appearances

Arsenal starlet Folarin Balogun has revealed his desire to one day play for Nigeria.

Evening Standard

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Davido: ‘Africa is beautiful, but we don’t have the best leaders handling the economy’ 

The Afrobeats superstar talks to Kevin E G Perry about launching his own festival in Atlanta, soundtracking the World Cup in Qatar, and how he ended up donating £450,000 to Nigerian orphanages over a Rolls Royce mishap

The Independent UK

U.S. authorises departure of non-emergency staff from Nigeria

The U.S. State Department on Tuesday authorised the departure of non-emergency U.S. government employees and their families from Nigeria due to a heightened risk of terrorist attacks in the country.

Reuters

Arsenal loanee Folarin Balogun breaks silence on his international future amid England decision

Arsenal talent Folarin Balogun has impressed out on loan with Ligue 1 outfit Stade Reims

Football London

Napoli 'set asking price' for Victor Osimhen and other Manchester United transfer rumours

The latest Man United transfer news as speculation over the Nigeria striker continues.

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Wendy Osefo on the stress of reality TV

The "Real Housewives of Potomac" cast member talks about her Nigerian-America story, new book and being on TV

Salon

Nigerian flood victims decry government’s response to disaster

As floods wreak havoc across Nigeria, survivors and experts say the government has failed to provide sufficient relief.

Al Jazeera

Desperate flight, then misery in a camp for Nigerians displaced by floods

After watching his four young children gobble up a meagre portion of beans straight from the saucepan, Nigerian farmer Gideon George will sleep on an empty stomach in the makeshift camp where the family ended up after their home was flooded.

Reuters

Nigeria orders final seizure of houses, cars of former oil minister

A Nigerian court has ordered a final seizure of two properties and cars owned by former oil minister Diezani Alison-Madueke, the country's economic crimes commission said on Monday, in the latest ruling related to graft allegations against her.

Reuters

Growing plants on buildings can reduce heat and produce healthy food in African cities

Persistently high temperatures and related heat stress are a big problem for people living in cities, especially in slums and informal settlements. It’s a problem that is expected to continue.

The Conversation

Ireland hero Amber Barrett overwhelmed by messages from Creeslough victim relatives

Ireland's Hampden Park hero Amber Barrett was speaking after Saturday’s World Cup draw which has pitted Ireland against co-hosts Australia, Canada and Nigeria in Group B

Irish Mirror

US and UK warn of possible attack in Nigeria's capital

The United States and Britain on Sunday warned of a possible terrorist attack in Nigeria's federal capital Abuja, especially aimed at government buildings, places of worship and schools, among other targets.

Reuters

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The Guardian - UK

Sharp fall in China’s global standing as poll shows backing for Taiwan defence

Survey finds pro-China sentiment has collapsed in many nations while positive opinion of US has rebounded

The Conversation

Nigeria’s 2023 budget is a plan of despair and won't change the tempo of the economy

Nigeria’s 2023 budget, recently presented by President Muhammadu Buhari to the National Assembly, has generated a furore.

The Conversation

Nigeria floods: government's mismanagement of dams is a major cause

There has been severe flooding in Nigeria – the worst in a decade. Earlier this month, Nigeria’s National Emergency Management Agency warned of catastrophic flooding for states located along the courses of the Niger and Benue rivers. It noted that three of Nigeria’s reservoirs were expected to overflow. The agency…

Irish Mirror

Vera Pauw reacts to tough World Cup draw by saying Ireland will fear no one

Co-hosts Australia, Olympic gold medallists Canada and Nigeria, the top team in Africa, are awaiting the Girls in Green in Group B next summer.

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ABC News

Matildas to face Republic of Ireland, Nigeria and Canada as 2023 Women's World Cup draw is announced

With nine months to go before the tournament kicks off, the final puzzle pieces are in place as qualified teams find out who and where they'll play.

AAP

Matildas get Canada in tough WWC draw

The draw for the 2023 Women's World Cup has pitted Australia against Olympic champions Canada, as well as Nigeria and opening night opponents Ireland.

The Independent UK

West Africa floods destroy crops, worsening hunger fears

West and Central African countries are battling deadly floods that have upended lives and livelihoods, raising fears of further disruption of food supplies in many areas battling armed conflict

The Guardian - UK

Barrister says she became legal expert while in Home Office immigration detention

Aderonke Apata says she has Home Office to thank for career as she fought removal to Nigeria

The Times of India

U-17 Women's World Cup: Nigeria show USA girls the exit route

MUMBAI: The applecart has been indeed turned topsy-turvy. USA were put out of the U-17 Women's World Cup when they lost 3-4 in penalties to Nigeria after the game ended 1-1 after 90 minutes on a dramatic day which saw the match starting 110 minutes late due to thunder showers.

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The Weekly Wrap for Saturday, 22 October 2022

Well, that was quick. This week Liz Truss resigned. She's left her party, and country, in a shambolic state.

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Curfew imposed in Chad as government suspends seven opposition parties

A curfew is in place in Chad as the government suspends seven opposition parties. On Thursday, at least 50 protesters were killed during clashes with police as people demonstrated against interim leader Déby extending his term by two years. Also, for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we take you to Nigeria,…

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