Armed gangs kill dozens in northeast Nigeria
A local state governor said “scores” of people had been killed in the attacks, which also saw homes and properties destroyed. Northeast Nigeria has been
Nigeria state leaders demand action against Islamist attacks
Governors in northeastern Nigeria have called for measures to tackle the roots of a 16-year-long Islamic militant insurgency. A recent uptick in violence has sparked
Tinubu damned by faint praise from the IMF
The IMF lauded economic reforms pushed by Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, such as ending fuel subsidies, but noted that not “all Nigerians” have seen
Nigeria: ISWAP extremists launching attack drones
The Islamic State West African Province (ISWAP) is now using armed drones for attacks in Nigeria. Analysts say authorities must adopt a new counterterrorism strategy
How Nigeria can stop rising ‘jungle justice’
Vigilante violence is so prevalent in Nigeria that suspicion of petty theft can get people killed. Experts say Nigeria must reform its justice and police
Nigeria bans song critical of President Bola Tinubu
Nigerian artist Eedris Abdulkareem has called on fans to stream his song online after authorities banned it from the airwaves. “Tell Your Papa” condemns Tinubu’s
What’s behind Nigeria’s increase in jailbreaks?
Thousands of inmates have escaped from correctional facilities across Nigeria in recent years. Why is it happening and what can be done to stop it?
Nigerian traders upset as Niger restricts movement of Nigerians
Nigerian traders with historical, cultural, language and trading links with neighbouring Niger Republic have been frustrated by new restrictions on Ecowas passports by the ruling
How Nigeria lost its textile market to Chinese imports
Nigeria’s textile production was once a vibrant, booming sector and a key part of its economy. But the industry has since been brought to its
Nigeria bets on deradicalisation program in North West
The Nigerian government wants to rehabilitate and reintegrate bandits terrorising the country’s North West zone. But is expanding “Operation Safe Corridor” enough to end the
