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Tyla's Nigeria date removed from world tour as South African stars face backlash
Nigerians urged Tyla to cancel her concert in Lagos over anti-migrant protests in South Africa.
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UK defends seizing shadow fleet tanker after Putin threat
Has the by-election changed things for Clacton?
Count Binface gets almost 10,000 votes in Clacton by-election
Farage faces renewed watchdog probe after Clacton by-election victory
‘A piece of our history’: Untouched Roman shipwreck discovered off Italy
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Former Marine held in Russia for more than 4 years is back in the U.S.
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Nigerian artist transforms ordinary clay into intricate works of art
In his Lagos studio, Nigerian artist Emmanuel Olatunde is transforming the way portraits are painted, using clay sourced from the earth beneath his feet. The 39
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The body snatchers: how a young Nigerian man was lured to London in an organ-trafficking plot
Daniel was working at a market in Lagos when he was given the chance to start anew in the UK. He had no idea what was expected of him in return • The summer iss
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Nigerian governors pledge stronger investment in early childhood development
All 36 state governors have reaffirmed their commitment to making early childhood development a priority, amid concerns over inadequate funding and widening ine
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NAFDAC strengthens regulatory oversight of blood products in Nigeria
NAFDAC said blood and blood products are classified as essential medicines and should be consistently available, with their quality, safety and affordability as
By Africa Front Staff
Nigeria's rescued kidnap victims face physical and psychological toll
Fifty-seven residents of Woro, rescued earlier this month, are being treated at a hospital in Ilorin, with most of the suffering notably from malnutrition.
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Nigeria’s Muslim and Christian leaders sign new peace accord
More than 50 Muslim and Christian leaders have signed a new peace accord in Nigeria, aiming to ease religious tensions and promote harmony.
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Dozens of Nigerians freed after 6 months in Jihadi captivity
In Nigeria, people rescued this week after being held captive by jihadists are speaking out about their ordeal. On Thursday, security forces freed 308 people wh
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Nigerian returnees try to re-adapt after trauma in South Africa
In tonight's programme: Nigerian returnees are trying to forget the trauma they experienced during months of xenophobic protests in South Africa that have fraye
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Nigeria to miss Women's World Cup after South Africa and Ghana win play-offs
South Africa and Ghana progress to an inter-confederation qualifier for the 2027 Women's World Cup, but Nigeria will miss the tournament for the first time.
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Vultures are disappearing in Nigeria - but the 'Vulture King' is fighting to reverse the trend
Some see them as sinister or hunt them for ritual use but these birds play a vital role in nature's cycle.
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Nigeria's mass wedding - and how telling lovers from fraudsters is proving tricky
The scheme is for couples who cannot afford the significant financial costs associated with marriage.
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I left my wife and twins behind - why this Nigerian man fled South Africa
Nigerian Richard Itoro is one of tens of thousands who have abandoned their lives in South Africa.
By Africa Front Staff
How Mexican drug cartels have outsourced meth labs to Nigeria
West Africa is becoming increasingly attractive to those who want to make and export illicit drugs.
By Africa Front Staff
Are some soldiers colluding with Nigeria's criminal gangs? A recent arrest prompts questions
A private's detention reignites concerns that troops are contributing to the country's security challenges.
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Freestyle fundamentals with Nigeria's national champion
Meet Evelyn Okafor – a four-time Nigerian champion, three-time African champion, and the first African woman to qualify for the World Freestyle Football Champio
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Nigeria 'still have hope' for 2027 World Cup spot
Nigeria must go "back to the drawing board" after missing out on automatic qualification for the 2027 Women's World Cup, says keeper Chiamaka Nnadozie.
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Customs intercept rifles, cannabis snacks at Lagos port
The customs warned that the items pose serious threats to national security and public health. The post Customs intercept rifles, cannabis snacks at Lagos port
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Jessica Oji wins historic World U20 Shot Put gold for Nigeria
The 19-year-old won the women's shot put title early Friday morning in Oregon with a superb throw of 18.08 metres, becoming the first Nigerian to win a world ti
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Tinubu commends his economic team, NGX for stabilising Nigeria’s economy
The president said the private sector has a big role to play in the economy in creating jobs and supporting the government. The post Tinubu commends his economi
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Lagos health sector needs 40,000 doctors, N100bn to strengthen – Sanwo-Olu
Health experts have repeatedly warned that the trend is placing increasing pressure on healthcare delivery, particularly in major states such as Lagos. The post
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Nigeria approves $4.5bn refinancing of state-owned oil company
Nigeria has approved a new $4.5 billion loan to replace a 2023 loan of $3.3 billion.
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Nigeria's Tinubu approves up to 80% pay rise for soldiers
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has approved salary increases of up to 80% for members of the armed forces, benefiting about 250,000 personnel as the government
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Nigeria: More than 300 kidnapping victims rescued in major operation
The presidency said 163 of them were abducted from Kwara State, while the 145 others were taken from Niger State.
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Decoding Nigeria’s crypto shift and transforming diaspora cash into capital {Business Africa}
Nigeria’s new Virtual Asset Council could reshape Africa’s digital economy and transform cross-border payments and how Africa’s $100 billion diaspora remittance
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Nigerian judge kidnapped from his home by unknown gunmen has been freed
Faruku Hassan Bunza, a Nigerian judge abducted from his home in Bunza town by unidentified gunmen on July 26, has been freed, police said on August 3. Kidnappin
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Nigeria dismantles its largest meth lab as Mexican cartel push into country
On July 29th, Nigerian law enforcement dismantled a meth lab left behind in an abandoned shed -- remnants of an alleged multimillion-dollar transnational meth o
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Nigeria rescues more than 300 kidnapping victims in major operation
Nigerian authorities announced the rescue of 308 people abducted by armed groups, including 163 villagers seized during a deadly attack earlier this year, calli
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308 abductees freed from separate attacks in northern Nigeria
Nigerian security forces say they've returned 308 abductees home after freeing them from their kidnappers in a northern forest. Also, in South Africa, the texti
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Over 300 abductees freed in Nigeria's 'largest single-day rescue operation'
At least 308 people abducted in different attacks in the northern part of Nigeria were rescued, the country’s president said August 5. Those rescued include 163
By Africa Front Staff
Nigerian security forces free more than 300 hostages in ‘largest single-day recovery’
President hails operation to rescue captives held in dense forests of Kainji Lake national park in north-central region Nigerian security forces have rescued mo
By Africa Front Staff
Many feared dead in another Nigeria boat disaster but why do they keep happening?
Hundreds of lives are lost each year in Nigeria as a result of boat accidents yet nothing seems to change.
By Africa Front Staff
Final medal table as Nigeria lead for Africa at Glasgow 2026
Australia finish the 2026 Commonwealth Games with 70 golds and 171 medals overall, while England finish a distant second in the standings.
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Oshoala revives Nigeria's Wafcon and World Cup bid
Asisat Oshoala scores the only goal as Nigeria beat Zambia at Wafcon 2026 to revive the West Africans' hopes of reaching the 2027 Women's World Cup.
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'Every country wants to beat Nigeria' - Super Falcons hunt 11th Wafcon title
Nigeria face Malawi, Zambia and Egypt at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, looking to defend their crown and claim an 11th title.
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Joshua wins first fight since fatal Nigeria crash despite knockdowns
Anthony Joshua suffers two knockdowns before recovering to dramatically stop Kristian Prenga in the second round.
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Abiodun saves Buhari Estate, Abeokuta from forfeiture, delivers 108 homes
Nigeria’s First Lady, Mrs Oluremi Tinubu is expected to commission the estate on Tuesday The post Abiodun saves Buhari Estate, Abeokuta from forfeiture, deliver
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How kidnappers murdered woman after collecting $98,700, N30.5m ransoms – Police
Police said the kidnappers have been arrested through “human and technical intelligence-led operations conducted in different parts of Nigeria. The post How kid
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Despite keeping World Cup hopes alive, Banyana Banyana need a reset
Banyana Banyana’s hopes of qualifying for a third-ever Fifa World Cup remain firmly alive after a 2-1 win over Nigeria in the first playoff round. The South Afr
