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Nigeria struggles to rein in a widespread meningitis outbreak that has killed at least 150

Nigerian health authorities are struggling to contain a rapidly spreading meningitis outbreak that has so far killed 151 people across the west African nation, mostly in remote parts of the northern region with children affected the most

The Independent UK

Suspected gunmen attacks kill 52 in Nigeria

The attacks since Wednesday night have caused panic across communities in the Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Intercommunal Violence Kills Dozens In Central Nigeria

Suspected intercommunal violence in Nigeria's north-central Plateau state earlier this week has killed more than 40 people, officials told AFP on Friday.

International Business Times

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Have Trump’s tariffs killed US-Africa preferential trade?

The AGOA framework that saw African countries export duty free to the US is as good as dead, experts say.

Al Jazeera

Takeaways from AP's story on safety concerns about Shell's fleet of oil production ships

A huge oil spill in 2011 from the Bonga, a floating oil production vessel off the coast of Nigeria owned by Shell, was one of the worst there in a decade

The Independent UK

Leaked files raise fears over safety of Shell oil production fleet, years after devastating spill

A large oil spill in 2011 from a floating oil production vessel off the coast of Nigeria, known as the Bonga, was one of the worst there in a decade

The Independent UK

Livestock Theft Is Central To Jihadist Economy In West Africa

Musa was asleep in the village of Dusuman in northeast Nigeria when he was awoken by a sharp burst of gunfire and Boko Haram stole his main source of livelihood -- his livestock.

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Nigerian President Sacks Board Of State Oil Company

President Bola Tinubu dismissed the entire leadership of Nigeria's state-run oil company Wednesday, naming a former Shell executive to lead the outfit in a sweeping overhaul that one commentator described as "long overdue".

International Business Times

Nigeria’s illegal gold trade – elites and bandits are working together

Illegal mining activities in Nigeria are devastating the country’s economy, as well as fuelling violence.

The Conversation

Snakes, ‘border madness’ and solo trips: five Nigerian female travellers on their top tips and trickiest moments

Whether it’s driving solo from London to Lagos, a month on a motorbike or vanlife in east Africa, these influencers are sharing their adventures – and helping others to negotiate the difficulties of a ‘weak’ passport

The Guardian - UK

Niger’s junta withdraws from Lake Chad anti-Islamist force

Coalition of former allies Cameroon, Chad, Niger and Nigeria fought armed insurgents including Boko Haram

The Guardian - UK

Nigerians having babies abroad: women explain their reasons

Nigerian women make up a significant proportion of foreign women giving birth in several countries.

The Conversation

Are Women Allowed Their Own Dreams, Wonders Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

Twelve years after her last novel, best-selling Nigerian author and feminist icon Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is making a highly anticipated return with "Dream Count".

International Business Times

14 foreigners arrested in Navi Mumbai for illegal stay in India

The foreigners, belonging to the African nations of Nigeria, Ghana and Uganda, were taken into custody from Jahugaon in the Vashi area. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Radio France Internationale

Podcast: French wine in Africa, confronting obesity, video game giant

The Nigerian woman helping Bordeaux wine find new markets in Africa. Confronting France's fatphobia by classifying obesity as a disease. And the story of the French video game company behind the hit game Assassin's Creed.

The Conversation

Nigeria’s state of emergency: was President Tinubu’s declaration legal and justified?

Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu recently declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, in the country’s south-south region. He also suspended the state governor and dissolved the state’s House of Assembly. This declaration has led to debates in Nigeria about the legality of the decision. Public law scholar Abiodun Odusote…

FourFourTwo

England could lose Arsenal wonderkid to Nigerian national side due this little known reason

England currently have a talented youngster in their ranks, but the Arsenal star could switch allegiance to Nigeria

Radio France Internationale

Road to 2026: Morocco maintain surge as Nigeria slip up

Hours after traditional powerhouse Nigeria dropped points at home to Zimbabwe, Morocco maintained their status as the only team with a 100 percent record in the African qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup with a 2-0 win over Tanzania.

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Evening Standard

Watch: Victor Osimhen storms off pitch after Nigeria drop points in World Cup qualifier

Super Eagles have made slow start to qualifying campaign

Evening Standard

Nigeria 1-1 Zimbabwe: Victor Osimhen goal not enough as Super Eagles held in crucial World Cup qualifier

The pressure is firmly back on the Super Eagles in their battle to qualify for next summer’s World Cup

International Business Times

Boko Haram Fighters Kill 20 Cameroonian Troops: Sources

Boko Haram fighters disguised as herders killed at least 20 Cameroonian troops in a Tuesday morning raid on the Nigerian border town of Wulgo, local security sources and residents told AFP. Cameroonian troops are commonly stationed across the border in Nigeria as part of anti-jihadist operations around Wulgo, which is…

The Conversation

How to get a clean shave – tips from a skin expert

The development of facial hair is a sexual characteristic that marks adulthood in men. In the past, facial hair was often frowned upon culturally in Nigeria, with some institutions even mandating a clean shave. Well-groomed facial hair has gradually become more acceptable globally, however.

Evening Standard

Nigeria vs Zimbabwe LIVE: World Cup qualifier result, latest updates and reaction after late drama in Uyo

Super Eagles fail to make it back-to-back wins under new boss Eric Chelle despite Victor Osimhen’s goal

Radio France Internationale

Road to 2026: Nigeria boss Chelle calls for focus against Zimbabwe

Nigeria boss Eric Chelle urged his players to keep their concentration ahead of Tuesday evening's clash against Zimbabwe in the qualifying campaign for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada.

The Conversation

Nigerian journalists are harassed by the public, the state and paid ‘data boys’ – what must change

Death threats, kidnapping, unlawful detention, torture and assassination are some of the crimes being committed against journalists in Nigeria, according to a recent report. Another recent report details how the police and politicians are responsible for 70% of these harassment cases.

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