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Gunshots at 9am. Then they rounded up the children: how Chibok-style school abductions are spreading in Nigeria

Families have been left in despair after 39 pupils and seven teachers were kidnapped from classrooms in Oyo state, a part of the country previously considered relatively peaceful

The Guardian - UK

Military bases and trade routes leave Africa exposed to war fallout

Africa hosts military bases within reach of Iranian missiles and is feeling the impact of rising oil prices and threats to shipping, as the continent again suffers from events largely beyond its control.

Radio France Internationale

From childhood staple to luxury food: how Nigeria’s jollof became too expensive to eat

High inflation and a cost of living crisis mean that the familiar favourite has become a rare Detty December treat for many in the country

The Guardian - UK

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‘I invested in a Ponzi scheme’: Nigerians fall victim to crypto scams

Experts say financial illiteracy, lax regulations, greed, economic hardship make people susceptible to scam companies.

Al Jazeera

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

Have Trump’s tariffs killed US-Africa preferential trade?

The AGOA framework that saw African countries export duty free to the US is as good as dead, experts say.

Al Jazeera

Why mass kidnappings still plague Nigeria a decade after Chibok abductions

Nigeria, with one of the strongest armies in the region, battles to tackle insecurity putting vulnerable groups at risk.

Al Jazeera

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Economic downturn punctures joy of festive season in Nigeria

Festivities have been muted this December in Nigeria as a cost of living crisis reaches new heights.

Al Jazeera

How inflation made West Africa’s prized jollof rice a pricey meal

Inflation driven by economic instability, fallout from war in Ukraine and COVID have made jollof rice an expensive meal.

Al Jazeera

Nigeria opposition dismisses ‘sham’ election as ruling party’s Tinubu takes lead

Ruling party candidate Bola Tinubu led the race for Nigeria's presidency on Tuesday, according to partial official tallies issued after a tight election marred by frustration over long delays, technical hitches and charges that results have been manipulated. The main opposition parties have called for the vote's cancellation, describing the…

France 24

Can Atiku Abubakar succeed in sixth run for Nigerian presidency?

Atiku Abubakar, Nigeria’s former vice president, is promising hope and restoration if he becomes president. Can he win?

Al Jazeera

Soaring living costs drain Christmas joy for families in Nigeria

Locals say rising travel and food costs have made the holiday season more expensive and are keeping families apart.

Al Jazeera

Nigerians decry extortion, delays at passport offices home and abroad

Many Nigerians say getting a passport is now cumbersome due to corruption and government inefficiency.

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