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Nigeria anti-hardship protests turn deadly as police fire shots, tear gas

At least 13 protesters have been killed during mass protests in Nigeria over the country's economic crisis, a rights group claimed Friday. Nigeria's police chief defended the security forces, saying they had acted professionally.

Radio France Internationale · Aug 2, 2024

‘Nigerians are tired’: Protesters fed up with bad governance, soaring costs

‘Nigerians are tired’: Protesters fed up with bad governance, soaring costs

Thousands are protesting poor governance, corruption and the increasing cost of living in Africa’s most populous nation.

Al Jazeera · Aug 2, 2024

Rights group says 13 killed during protests over Nigeria's economic crisis. Hundreds arrested

Rights group says 13 killed during protests over Nigeria's economic crisis. Hundreds arrested

A rights group says at least 13 protesters were killed during mass protests against Nigeria's economic crisis that turned violent in several states

The Independent UK · Aug 2, 2024

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Bombing in Nigeria's Borno state kills more than 15 people, say police

Although no one has claimed the attack, Boko Haram are suspected to be behind a bombing which killed at least 16 people on Wednesday, the latest in a series of lethal attacks against civilians in the area.

France 24 · Aug 2, 2024

Miss South Africa contestant faces backlash over Nigerian father

Chidimma Adetshina subjected to online abuse and questions about whether she is South African amid anti-African immigrant sentiment

The Guardian - UK · Aug 1, 2024

Billionaire former Glencore oil trader charged with corruption in West Africa

Alex Beard and four other executives charged with conspiring to make corrupt payments in long-running SFO investigation

The Guardian - UK · Aug 1, 2024

Security forces fire tear gas as anti-government protests break out across Nigeria

Thousands of Nigerians are protesting against the country’s worst cost-of-living crisis in a generation

The Independent UK · Aug 1, 2024

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Up to seven reportedly dead in Nigeria after clashes between police and citizens

Up to seven reportedly dead in Nigeria after clashes between police and citizens

Anti-government protests held in Abuja, Minna, Katsina and Lagos despite official efforts to stifle it

The Guardian - UK · Aug 1, 2024

Nigeria Protests Against Cost-Of-Living Crisis

Nigeria Protests Against Cost-Of-Living Crisis

Protests in Nigeria over cost-of-living crisis met with tear gas by security forces. Demonstrators demand reinstatement of subsidies and better quality of ...

Top News · Aug 1, 2024

Hundreds protest across Nigeria over soaring cost of living, fuel prices

Hundreds protest across Nigeria over soaring cost of living, fuel prices

Demonstrators voice discontent over government reforms they say have triggered high inflation and devalued the currency.

Al Jazeera · Aug 1, 2024

Nigeria Police Fire Tear Gas On Hardship Protests

Nigeria Police Fire Tear Gas On Hardship Protests

Nigerian police fired tear gas on Thursday to break up several hundred protesters in the northern city of Kano and in the capital Abuja where demonstrators had joined in nationwide rallies against the high cost of living.

International Business Times · Aug 1, 2024

Onyeka Onwenu death: Nigerian ‘national treasure’ singer, actor and activist dies aged 72

Onyeka Onwenu death: Nigerian ‘national treasure’ singer, actor and activist dies aged 72

Musician died from a heart attack after performing at a private party in Lagos

The Independent UK · Aug 1, 2024

Nigeria under cost of living pressure: 8 essential reads on rising tensions

Nigeria under cost of living pressure: 8 essential reads on rising tensions

In recent times, Nigeria, Africa’s largest democracy, has been under intense pressure.

The Conversation · Jul 31, 2024

Nigerian singer, actor and activist Onyeka Onwenu dies aged 72

Nigerian singer, actor and activist Onyeka Onwenu dies aged 72

Nicknamed the ‘Elegant Stallion’, the revered star died after performing at a private party in Lagos

The Guardian - UK · Jul 31, 2024

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The Conversation · Jul 31, 2024

Fela Kuti is more famous today than ever – what’s behind his global power

Almost three decades after his passing in 1997, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, the legendary Nigerian musician and activist who created the Afrobeat music movement, remains the subject of global obsession.

Evening Standard · Jul 30, 2024

Chelsea in talks over stunning swap deal with Victor Osmihen pushing to leave Napoli

Romelu Lukaku could join Italian giants with Nigerian international signing for Blues on loan

Al Jazeera · Jul 30, 2024

‘It’s evil’: Breast ironing leaves long-term scars for women in Nigeria

Rights groups say the traditional practice that seeks to protect girls from sexual predators is a form of mutilation.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 29, 2024

Nigeria Basketball's First Olympic Win In 20 Years Led to Best Photos of Paris Games

The Nigeria women's national basketball team, also known as the D'Tigress, upset Australia in Paris for its first Olympics win in 20 years, leading to some of the best photos of the year.

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The Guardian - UK · Jul 29, 2024

Demonstrators in Nigeria gather days early for anti-government protests

Crowds converge on Suleja over economic hardship and record inflation amid warnings against mass action

Evening Standard · Jul 29, 2024

Victor Osimhen left out of Napoli pre-season squad amid links with Arsenal and Chelsea

Nigerian international expected to leave club this summer

AAP · Jul 29, 2024

Off-colour Opals shocked in Nigerian Olympic upset

The Opals were made to pay for constant turnovers and poor free-throw shooting in a 13-point loss to Nigeria that has severely dented their Olympic hopes.

International Business Times · Jul 26, 2024

Nigeria's Army, Security Agency Warn Against Kenya-style Protests

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Nigeria's armed forces on Thursday warned against Kenya-style violence in protests planned for next week over soaring living costs, with the military saying it would head off "anarchy".

The Conversation · Jul 25, 2024

Nigeria’s Ojude-Oba festival celebrates heritage with colourful parades and horsemanship: how it could be used to attract tourists

The Ojude-Oba festival is a vibrant annual celebration that has become an integral part of the identity of Ijebu-Ode, a city in south-west Nigeria. This colourful event, famous for its cultural displays and public parades, has been observed for nearly two centuries.

Top News · Jul 25, 2024

Nigeria Struggles With Environmental Compliance In Cooling Industry

Learn about the environmental challenges posed by the growing demand for air conditioners in Nigeria and Africa, including improper handling of cooling gas...

International Business Times UK · Jul 25, 2024

Meta Takes Down 63K Instagram Accounts, 5,700 Facebook Groups And 1,300 Facebook Accounts Linked To Sextortion Schemes

Meta cracks down on sextortion. 63,000 Nigerian Instagram accounts were removed to protect users.

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