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Nigerian House Committee Summons Binance CEO Over Alleged 'Suspicious Flows' On Exchange

A Nigerian House committee has summoned Binance's CEO with an ultimatum to appear before the panel on or before Monday after he allegedly refused to make an appearance in earlier invitations.

International Business Times · Mar 4, 2024

Blessings by Chukwuebuka Ibeh review – when a clinch is a crime

A gay Nigerian is persecuted by his father and the state in Ibeh’s stylish and moving debut novel

The Guardian - UK · Mar 3, 2024

On my radar: Kayus Bankole of Young Fathers’ cultural highlights

The Scottish-Nigerian musician on taboo-breaking conversations, brutally honest images of apartheid and where to find the best akara falafel wrap

The Guardian - UK · Mar 2, 2024

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‘No identity’: Why is Kenyan music failing to break through globally?

As Nigerian and South African music gains international acceptance, Kenya’s absence is provoking a debate back at home.

Al Jazeera · Mar 2, 2024

Binance Nigeria Accused Of Funneling $26B Untraceable Funds; 2 Senior Execs Reportedly Detained

The Nigerian government reportedly blocked Binance, Coinbase, Kraken, and several other crypto trading platforms last week as part of its efforts to curb the Nigerian Naira's downturn.

International Business Times · Feb 29, 2024

Activists Urge Nigeria To Delay Shell's Asset Sale

Activists and environmental groups oppose Shell's sale of onshore assets in Nigeria's Niger Delta, citing environmental concerns and urging resolution befo...

Lagos Gets Sci-Fi Treatment In New Disney+ Series

A new animated Disney series set in a futuristic Lagos has won over its first viewers with a Sci-Fi play on life in the Nigerian megacity.

International Business Times · Feb 28, 2024

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Nigeria Faces Nationwide Strike Amid Economic Turmoil

Nigeria's economic challenges spark nationwide strike as citizens face inflation surge and discontent. Stay updated with AP's Africa coverage.

Nigeria's soaring inflation sparks nationwide protests

Nigeria tries to calm rising inflation and people's anger by hiking up the interest rate as thousands of Nigerians take to the streets. But first: a new date for the Senegalese presidential election, June 2, is put forward by the national dialogue commission, although the talks are boycotted by much…

France 24 · Feb 27, 2024

Simon Ekpa's Journey From Track Athlete To Prime Minister Of The Biafra Republic Government In Exile

Despite moving to a new country in 2007, Simon never forgot about the land he came from and the struggles of his people. He remained active in Biafran circles, both in Finland and elsewhere, and continued supporting the independence movement.

International Business Times · Feb 26, 2024

Drugs from Belgium, France landing in Hyderabad, customs dept. told to amp up vigilance

Hyderabad drug bust reveals international drug network involving Nigerian national, with links to Belgium and Paris.

The Hindu · Feb 25, 2024

West African bloc ECOWAS says it is lifting sanctions on Niger

West Africa’s regional bloc known as ECOWAS has lifted travel, commercial and economic sanctions imposed on Niger that were aimed at reversing the coup staged in the country last year, a senior official announced Saturday.

France 24 · Feb 24, 2024

Nigeria's Economy Thrives With Increased Oil Production

Nigeria's economy grows with increased oil production and diverse sector support, aiming for stability and prosperity.

Randy Waldrum Returns To Coach Super Falcons For Olympic Qualifiers

Randy Waldrum returns to lead Nigeria's Super Falcons in crucial Olympic qualification match against Cameroon.

‘ECOWAS is making efforts to get across to Niger’: Nigerian defence chief

Ahead of an ECOWAS summit in Abuja, the Nigerian general speaks to Al Jazeera about insecurity in West Africa.

Nigeria's Q3 Unemployment Rate Rises To 5%

Learn about Nigeria's rising unemployment rate due to ongoing reforms and the government's efforts to create more job opportunities.

The Guardian - UK · Feb 20, 2024

‘They only knew how to fight’: school helps girls to heal after Boko Haram

The militant group continues to abduct schoolchildren in north-eastern Nigeria, but one school is giving survivors hope of a better life through education

France 24 · Feb 19, 2024

Protests in Goma as DR Congo accuses Rwanda of 'drone attack'

In tonight's edition: Over the weekend, Kinshasa accused Rwanda of using a drone to attack a plane at an airport near Goma, in eastern DR Congo. Protesters have now taken to the streets of Goma as tensions escalate. Also, Somali terror group Al Shabaab says that two Cuban hostages abducted…

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International Business Times · Feb 19, 2024

'This Hunger Is Too Much': Nigerians Protest Economic Hardship

Hundreds of Nigerians demonstrated against the soaring cost of living in the south of the country on Monday after huge protests in the north earlier this month.

The Hindu · Feb 18, 2024

Drug racket operated out of a Goan jail unearthed

The Telangana State Anti Narcotics Bureau (TSNAB) has identified two men, including a Nigerian national, lodged inside the jail to be operating one of the biggest drug rackets across the country.

The Guardian - UK · Feb 17, 2024

Blessings by Chukwuebuka Ibeh review – sublime coming-of-age tale

A young man learns how to love in a hostile world in this debut from Nigeria

International Business Times UK · Feb 15, 2024

UK To Boost Trade in Africa With UK-Nigeria Economic Partnership

The UK signed its first economic partnership with an African country this week as it seeks to enhance trade relations with Nigeria, especially in the exports and imports of financial and legal services.

Ivory Coast crowned AFCON champions in thrilling final against Nigeria

Discover the Africa Cup of Nations Team of the Tournament, featuring standout players from Ivory Coast and Nigeria. Find out who made the Dream XI.

The Guardian - UK · Feb 14, 2024

NHS nurses being investigated for ‘industrial-scale’ qualifications fraud

Scam involves more than 700 healthcare workers who used proxies to pass test in Nigeria enabling them to work in the UK

International Business Times UK · Feb 13, 2024

Sébastien Haller Bags AFCON Final Winner For Ivory Coast One Year After Cancer Recovery

Ivory Coast now catch up to Nigeria on three AFCON wins and will be looking to defend their crown in 2025 when the tournament heads to Morocco.

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