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Why Islamic State is expanding its operations in north-eastern Nigeria

Islamic State West Africa Province (Iswap), one of the most powerful global affiliates of the Islamic State jihadist organisation, is in the middle of its largest offensive against the Nigerian military in years.

The Conversation

Nigerian and Kenyan farmers can be first step to making rural mini grids more profitable and affordable

In Nigeria and Kenya, many small to medium farms and rural grain-milling businesses are not connected to the national electricity grid. They still use petrol or diesel generators for power. Energy, agriculture and development researchers Temilade Sesan, Lucy Baker and colleagues set out to discover how these agribusinesses could get…

The Conversation

At 50, West African Bloc Teeters Amid Shifting Alliances, Security Woes

Leaders of ECOWAS are gathering on Wednesday to celebrate 50 years since its formation and are expected to address regional security challenges as the continent also seeks answers in the face of US trade tariffs and aid cuts.

International Business Times

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How to watch Ghana vs Nigeria: TV channel and live stream for Unity Cup today

Super Eagles face the Black Stars in west London tonight

Evening Standard

Forty-two people killed in central Nigeria in attacks blamed on herders

Attacks in state of Benue latest wave of violence amid conflict between Fulani herders and Indigenous farmers

The Guardian - UK

More than 40 killed in attacks in Nigeria's Benue state

More than 40 people have been killed in separate attacks in recent days in central Nigeria, a local government official said, the latest raids in a region where herders and farmers often clash over land access.

Radio France Internationale

Boko Haram is having a resurgence and Nigeria’s military is struggling to hold the line

Boko Haram has broken into two factions

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Seven Doors: sweeping Nigerian Netflix series masters the art of storytelling

From the opening credits of the new Netflix six-part series Seven Doors, the viewer is poised for a captivating cinematic experience. An array of sculptures dot the landscape as a montage of scenes unfolds, establishing the back story of the historical epic that is about to be played out.

The Conversation

Netherlands prepares to return looted Benin bronzes to Nigeria

The Wereldmuseum in Leiden is preparing to return 113 ancient sculptures to Nigeria, as pressure mounts on Western governments and institutions to hand back the spoils of the colonial era.

Radio France Internationale

Jihadists in Nigeria using TikTok to spread ideology and recruit fighters

Jihadist groups including Boko Haram are increasing in numbers and strength in northeastern Nigeria, and using social media to publicise their campaigns and find new recruits.

Radio France Internationale

Lagos fashion: how designers make global trends uniquely Nigerian

African fashion has flourished in terms of creativity and innovation in recent years, and is attracting global attention.

The Conversation

Convicted drug dealer’s deportation case to be reheard after Home Office error

Government doing ‘everything in their power’ to contest case after Nigerian man’s deportation halted.

Evening Standard

Colonial-era borders create conflict in Africa’s oceans – how to resolve them

Africa has 38 coastal and island nations. Their maritime industries – including energy, tourism, maritime transport, shipping and fishing – play a crucial role in developing these nations.

The Conversation

Why Meta is in trouble in Nigeria and what this means for Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp users

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, was recently hit with three fines totalling more than US$290 million in Nigeria. The fines were imposed by Nigeria’s Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, Nigerian Data Protection Commission and the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria. Meta was accused of invasive…

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‘Difficult choices’: aid cuts threaten effort to reduce maternal deaths in Nigeria

Staff at a UN-run clinic in country’s north-east worry about growing funding gaps amid dismantling of USAID

International Business Times

Dutch Museum Removes 'Priceless' Benin Bronzes For Return To Nigeria

Clad in protective blue surgical gloves, a Dutch museum worker gingerly unhooks a precious decorative artefact before gently laying it down on a pillow and wrapping it in dozens of layers of special paper.

The Independent UK

Cannes standout 'My Father's Shadow' marks a historic first for Nigeria

Akinola Davies Jr.' s “My Father’s Shadow” is making history in Cannes as the first Nigerian film in Cannes’ official selection

The Conversation

Sex and disability: Nigerian women share their stories

Imagine feeling invisible simply because of your body. Now imagine that invisibility extends into how society treats your desires, your safety, and your rights.

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Cutting HIV aid means undercutting US foreign and economic interests − Nigeria shows the human costs

A little over two decades ago, addressing Nigeria’s HIV crisis topped U.S. President George W. Bush’s priorities. Africa’s most populous nation had 3.5 million HIV cases, and the disease threatened to destabilize the region and ultimately compromise U.S. interests. These interests included securing access to Nigeria’s substantial oil reserves, maintaining…

The Guardian - UK

My Father’s Shadow review – subtle and intelligent coming-of-age tale set in 1993 Nigeria

British-Nigerian film-maker Akinola Davies Jr makes a strong directorial debut with this deft and intriguing tale of an absent father briefly reunited with his two young sons

Radio France Internationale

How an RFI investigation helped return an ancient treasure to Benin

In Benin, a 'kataklè' – a ceremonial stool, and the final piece of the royal treasure of Abomey – has been returned by Finland, 133 years after being looted by French troops and later transferred to the National Museum of Finland. It's a journey that began with an investigation triggered…

International Business Times

Jihadists In Nigeria Turn To TikTok To Spread Propaganda

Jihadists in northeastern Nigeria are surging -- and using social media to spread the word of their campaigns and recruit fighters.

Evening Standard

Jordan Stephens gets ‘sextorted’ for Channel 4 film about sexual blackmail

In the documentary, Stephens travels to the streets of Nigeria to track down his blackmailer.

The Independent UK

AP PHOTOS: Children die as USAID aid cuts snap a lifeline for the world's most malnourished

For years, the U.S. Agency for International Development had been the backbone of the humanitarian response in northeastern Nigeria, helping non-government organizations provide food, shelter and healthcare to millions of people. But this year, the Trump administration cut more than 90% of USAID’s foreign aid contracts and $60 billion in…

The Independent UK

Children die as USAID aid cuts snap a lifeline for the world's most malnourished

Infant twins suffered from malnutrition in Nigeria

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