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Explosive device kills 2 at a school near Nigeria’s capital, police say

ABUJA, Nigeria — An improvised explosive device detonated at a school on the outskirts of Nigeria’s capital Monday, killing two people who were handling the bomb and injuring two others, police said. The IED was suspected to have been brought to the Tsangagyar Sani Uthman Islamiyya School in Abuja’s Bwari council area by three men visiting the school’s owner, police …

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Why did at least 67 people die in Christmas charity stampedes in struggling Nigeria?

Associated Press

ABUJA, Nigeria — Stampedes during three Christmas charity events across Nigeria have left at least 67 people dead in the past week, many of them children. “The average Nigerian has seen food go out of their reach,” said Cheta Nwanze, managing partner at the Lagos-based SBM Intelligence research firm. Organizers of such charity events often do not consider security a …

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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Stampedes in Nigeria leave at least 32 dead during Christmas food distribution

Associated Press

ABUJA, Nigeria — The death toll from stampedes during two Christmas charity events in Nigeria has increased from 13 to 32, police said Sunday. The victims, including at least four children, collapsed during crowd surges as people grew desperate for food items while the country grapples with the worst cost-of-living crisis in a generation. The dead included 22 people in …

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Why did at least 67 people die in Christmas charity stampedes in Nigeria?

LA Times

Christmas decorations in Lagos, Nigeria. Stampedes during three Christmas charity events across Nigeria have left at least 67 people dead in the past week, many of them children. “The average Nigerian has seen food go out of their reach,” said Cheta Nwanze, managing partner at the Lagos-based SBM Intelligence research firm. Organizers of such charity events often do not consider …

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Stampedes in Nigeria leave at least 32 dead in a rush to get Christmas gifts

New Indian Express

ABUJA: The death toll from stampedes during two Christmas charity events in Nigeria has increased from 13 to 32, police said Sunday. The victims, including at least four children, collapsed during crowd surges as people grew desperate for food items while the country grapples with the worst cost-of-living crisis in a generation. The dead included 22 people in southeastern Anambra …

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13 people including children die in stampedes in Nigeria at Christmas charity events

Associated Press

ABUJA, Nigeria — At least 13 people, including four children, were killed in two separate stampedes in Nigeria as large crowds gathered to collect food and clothing items distributed at annual Christmas events, the police said Saturday. The two accidents came days after another such stampede in Africa’s most populous country, amid a growing trend by local organizations, churches and …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Nigeria turns to natural gas as transport prices soar after petrol subsidies were removed

Associated Press

ABUJA, Nigeria — When Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu ended the costly subsidies that made petrol affordable for many in Africa’s most populous country, Ahmed Halilu knew his e-hailing cab business in the capital, Abuja, was about to run into huge losses. In what they said would eventually lower transportation costs by almost 50%, Nigerian authorities in August introduced a compressed …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

PM heads to Brazil for G20 Leaders' Summit

Deccan Chronicle

Abuja: Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on his journey to Brazil from Abuja, Nigeria, marking the second leg of his significant three-nation tour. During his visit to Brazil, PM Modi will attend the 19th G20 Leaders' Summit, scheduled to take place from November 18-19. Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson of Ministry of External Affairs also shared a post on X and wrote, …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

PM Modi in Nigeria: Talks to focus on strengthening strategic partnership

Firstpost

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recieved a grand welcome as he touched down in Nigeria to kick-start his three-nation visit. Upon his arrival in the Nigerian capital Abuja, PM Modi received a ceremonial welcome from Nigeria’s minister for federal capital territory, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, who presented him with the symbolic ‘Key to the City’ of Abuja PM Modi received a ceremonial …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

PM Modi Arrives in Nigeria for Three-Nation Tour, Receives Grand Welcome from President Tinubu

ABP News

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Abuja, the capital of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, on Sunday. Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu welcomed Prime Minister Modi at the Abuja airport. The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Ezewon Wike, presented Prime Minister Modi with the key to the city of Abuja, symbolizing the trust and respect extended to him …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

PM Modi Arrives In Nigeria, Presented With 'Key to the City' Of Abuja

ABP News

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday arrived in Nigeria on the first leg of his three-nation visit at the invitation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Modi himself responded to a post on X by Tinubu in which the Nigerian president said he looked forward to welcoming the Indian prime minister. Welcome to Nigeria, Prime Minister Modi," Tinubu further said in …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

PM Modi arrives in Nigeria, receives grand welcome on maiden visit

India Today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Abuja on Sunday, marking his maiden visit to Nigeria as part of a three-nation tour that will also include stops in Brazil and Guyana. Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu welcomed PM Modi at Abuja airport. The members of the Indian community in the Nigerian capital of Abuja greet PM Modi. PM Modi earlier said, …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

PM Modi gets unique welcome in Nigeria, presented with 'Key to the City' of Abuja | What does it mean?

India TV News

Prime Minister Narendra Modi touched down in the city of Abuja in Nigeria on the first leg of his three-nation visit. Significance of 'Key of the City' of Abuja Meanwhile, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, Nigeria's Minister for the Federal Capital Territory, presented the Indian Prime Minister with the symbolic "Key of the City" of Abuja. In a gesture symbolising deep trust …

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5 months, 1 week ago

At least 3 killed in Nigeria at protests over high cost of living

Hindustan Times

* At least 3 killed in Nigeria at protests over high cost of living Police shoot 2 protesters, one hit by car -witnesses * Nigerians grappling with inflation, insecurity * Protesters demand subsidized fuel, free education * Demonstrations inspired by Kenya's youth-led protests By Ope Adetayo and Bosan Yakusak ABUJA/KADUNA, - At least three protesters were killed in Nigeria's Kaduna …

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5 months, 1 week ago

Hundreds protest across Nigeria over soaring cost of living, fuel prices

Al Jazeera

Demonstrators voice discontent over government reforms they say have triggered high inflation and devalued the currency. Africa’s most populous country is struggling with soaring inflation and a sharply devalued naira currency after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu introduced reforms a year ago aimed at reviving the economy. Security forces blocked roads leading to Abuja’s Eagle Square – one of the planned …

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7 months, 2 weeks ago

'We do not want nakedness in our culture': Nigeria's First Lady slams influence of some American stars on country's women in speech weeks after Meghan and Harry's visit

Daily Mail

The First Lady of Nigeria has warned the country's women not to 'lose who they are' in a speech given shortly after Meghan Markle's visit where she also slammed the 'nakedness' of US celebrities. Meghan Markle gestures as she and Prince Harry visit children at a school in Abuja on May 10 Harry and Meghan at a polo fundraiser event …

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8 months ago

Revealed: Harry and Meghan have taken four of their own security guards to Nigeria - but their hosts will be footing the bill for an 'unprecedented military presence' in one of the world's most danger

Daily Mail

Prince Harry and Meghan's visit to Nigeria – the world's 12th most dangerous country – has raised eyebrows after Harry questioned his own own security in the UK. For their 72 hours 'private trip' Harry and Meghan have their own four-man security team which they have paid for themselves, and they have also been given unprecedented security by Nigeria Although …

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8 months ago

'Do you see why I married him? He speaks the truth': Meghan gushes about 'so smart' Harry as they speak to Nigerian schoolchildren about mental health

Daily Mail

Meghan Markle praised 'smart' Prince Harry today as their 72-hour tour of Nigeria got underway, saying her husband was 'so inspiring because he speaks the truth.' Harry and Meghan take part in games at the Wuse Lightway Academy in Abuja today The Duchess laughs while giving a speech at the Wuse Lightway Academy in Abuja today Prince Harry and his …

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9 months ago

Nigeria seeks to try crypto exchange Binance executives over alleged money laundering, tax evasion

Associated Press

ABUJA, Nigeria — Nigerian authorities asked in court Thursday for cryptocurrency exchange Binance and two of its executives to be tried for alleged money laundering and tax evasion, the first legal step following weeks of a criminal investigation into the trading platform. Only Tigran Gambaryan, an American citizen and Binance’s head of financial crime compliance, attended the court hearing as …

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9 months, 4 weeks ago

Abuja, Nigeria: Gunmen who kidnapped 287 school children say they will kill them all if $622,000 ransom not paid

CNN

Abuja, Nigeria CNN — Gunmen who kidnapped at least 287 school children in Nigeria last Thursday have demanded a ransom of 1 billion naira and threatened to kill all of the students if their demands are not met, a member of the local community told CNN on Wednesday. They said will only last for three weeks or 20 days from …

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1 year, 10 months ago

Tensions rise in Nigeria as opposition demands new vote

LA Times

A woman beats branches on the ground as she and other demonstrators accusing the election commission of irregularities and disenfranchising voters make a protest in downtown Abuja, Nigeria, on Feb. 28, 2023. Nigeria’s opposition on Tuesday demanded a revote for the country’s presidential election, in which partial results show an early lead for the ruling party. At a news conference …

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1 year, 10 months ago

Can a political underdog save Nigeria?

The Economist

Middle East & Africa | The world’s toughest in-tray Can a political underdog save Nigeria? Mr Obi, by contrast, has reached across the country’s main divides, holding rallies in his opponents’ strongholds and urging voters to base their choice on character and track record. Share of population in extreme poverty Living on less than $2.15 per day, 2021 Maiduguri Kano …

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2 years ago

Insecurity could derail Nigeria polls, election commission warns

Al Jazeera

There have been 50 recorded attacks on offices of the electoral commission nationwide between 2019 and 2022. Nigeria’s general election in late February could be cancelled or postponed if insecurity is not tackled, the electoral commission has said. “If the insecurity is not monitored and dealt with decisively, it could ultimately culminate in the cancellation and/or postponement of elections in …

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2 years ago

Film festival connects Chinese and Nigerian people

China Daily

Poster for the film festival To strengthen cultural exchanges between Asia and Africa, the 4th Asian Film Festival was held in Abuja, Nigeria, from Nov 21 to 25. Cui said thanks to the effective control of the pandemic and the joint efforts of the organizers, the Asian Film Festival is back. The film festival's opening ceremony, Abuja, Nigeria, Nov 21, …

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Explosive device kills 2 at a school near Nigeria’s capital, police say

Why did at least 67 people die in Christmas charity stampedes in struggling Nigeria?

Stampedes in Nigeria leave at least 32 dead during Christmas food distribution

Why did at least 67 people die in Christmas charity stampedes in Nigeria?

Stampedes in Nigeria leave at least 32 dead in a rush to get Christmas gifts

13 people including children die in stampedes in Nigeria at Christmas charity events

Nigeria turns to natural gas as transport prices soar after petrol subsidies were removed

PM heads to Brazil for G20 Leaders' Summit

PM Modi in Nigeria: Talks to focus on strengthening strategic partnership

PM Modi Arrives in Nigeria for Three-Nation Tour, Receives Grand Welcome from President Tinubu

PM Modi Arrives In Nigeria, Presented With 'Key to the City' Of Abuja

PM Modi arrives in Nigeria, receives grand welcome on maiden visit

PM Modi gets unique welcome in Nigeria, presented with 'Key to the City' of Abuja | What does it mean?

At least 3 killed in Nigeria at protests over high cost of living

Hundreds protest across Nigeria over soaring cost of living, fuel prices

'We do not want nakedness in our culture': Nigeria's First Lady slams influence of some American stars on country's women in speech weeks after Meghan and Harry's visit

Revealed: Harry and Meghan have taken four of their own security guards to Nigeria - but their hosts will be footing the bill for an 'unprecedented military presence' in one of the world's most danger

'Do you see why I married him? He speaks the truth': Meghan gushes about 'so smart' Harry as they speak to Nigerian schoolchildren about mental health

Nigeria seeks to try crypto exchange Binance executives over alleged money laundering, tax evasion

Abuja, Nigeria: Gunmen who kidnapped 287 school children say they will kill them all if $622,000 ransom not paid

Tensions rise in Nigeria as opposition demands new vote

Can a political underdog save Nigeria?

Insecurity could derail Nigeria polls, election commission warns

Film festival connects Chinese and Nigerian people