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Nigeria's separatist protests are reminders of Biafran war

Large parts of southeastern Nigeria come to a halt each Monday, as a separatist group has ordered all residents to stay at home to show support for their campaign for the region to become an independent country

The Independent UK

Leon Balogun in emotional statement as Rangers star reflects on 'darkest hour' as Nigeria player

Balogun joined Rangers teammates Calvin Bassey and Joe Aribo as Nigeria missed out on the World Cup.

Daily Record

U.S. to build $537 million consulate in Nigeria's megacity

The United States will build a $537 million consulate in the Nigerian megacity Lagos, the country's commercial capital, as Washington strengthens economic and diplomatic relations with Africa's most populous country.

Reuters

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After Nigeria train attack, families contacted over ransom

Suspected bandits have contacted some Nigerian families to say they are holding relatives who went missing following an attack on a passenger train this week and that they will demand a ransom, the families said on Thursday.

Reuters

Mandela, Gandhi … Infantino? Yes, it’s Fifa Congress time again

In today’s Fiver: The Human Rights World Cup, Nigeria and USA! USA!! USA!!!

The Guardian - UK

Who is Nigerian music star Wizkid -- and why is he taking over the world?

The global appreciation of West Africa’s Afrobeats music has grown significantly in the last decade. Afrobeats stars are touring the world, racking up record sales, winning awards and collaborating with big-name international artists.

The Conversation

2022 Grammys: what Fela Kuti has to do with West Africa's growing pop fame

There are a record number of African nominees for the 2022 Grammy Awards and they are almost all from West Africa – Angelique Kidjo (Benin), Rocky Duwani (Ghana), Femi Kuti, Made Kuti, Wizkid, Burna Boy and Tems (Nigeria).

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From Nigeria to the world: Afrobeats is having a global moment

Another Grammy Awards season and there is a growing list of African nominees. For African music enthusiasts, it is heartwarming that recognition is being accorded to practitioners in the Afrobeats space.

The Conversation

Rangers trio see Nigeria axe entire coaching staff following World Cup failure

The Super Eagles will not be featuring at this winter's World Cup after they crashed out to Ghana on away goals in a tense two legged playoff.

Daily Record

Calvin Bassey slammed as Rangers star accused of being out of puff by Nigeria icon

Three Rangers players played for Nigeria in the 1-1 draw with Ghana earlier this week

Daily Record

Seven bodies recovered, a dozen missing after boat capsizes in Nigeria

At least seven bodies were recovered and about a dozen people were missing after a boat carrying mostly women and children capsized in north-central Nigeria on Wednesday, residents said.

Reuters

Nigerian fans riot after World Cup qualification defeat to Ghana

Ghana became first African nation to qualify for the 2022 World Cup, but its success was overshadowed by fan violence.

Al Jazeera

Nigeria’s Lagos: Life with a disability in the African megacity

A close look into the state of accessibility for people with disabilities in Nigeria’s largest city.

Al Jazeera

Rangers stars Aribo, Bassey and Balogun forced to seek Nigeria dressing room refuge as fans riot after World Cup exit

Joe Aribo, Leon Balogun and Calvin Bassey were in the side that suffered playoff defeat to Ghana.

Daily Record

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The Conversation

Russia’s war with Ukraine: Five reasons why many African countries choose to be ‘neutral’

In early March the United Nation’s General Assembly voted on a resolution demanding Russia immediately stop its military operations in Ukraine.

Evening Standard

Fifa doctor dies of suspected heart attack after Nigeria’s World Cup play-off defeat to Ghana

A doctor working at Nigeria’s World Cup play-off match against Ghana died shortly after the final whistle, it has been confirmed.

Daily Record

Nigerian media slam Rangers stars as Calvin Bassey 'porous in dangerous situations'

Nigerian media have hit out at the Super Eagles flops after their exit at the hand of Ghana in their World Cup playoff.

Daily Mirror

Zambian FA confirms tragic death of FIFA doctor Joseph Kabungo at World Cup clash

The Zambian FA have released a statement to confirm that FIFA doctor Joseph Kabungo passed away on Tuesday night at the Abuja National Stadium in Nigeria

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World Cup African Qualifiers Roundup

Liverpool star Sadio Mane converted a shoot-out penalty on Tuesday to take African champions Senegal to the 2022 World Cup in Qatar at the expense of Egypt. Cameroon, Ghana, Morocco and Tunisia also booked their places in the finals on a frantic night of play-off action. Senegal won the second…

Sports Illustrated

Nigeria Fans Storm Pitch, Tear Gassed After Team Misses Out on World Cup

Nigerian fans destroyed property on the field and threw objects at visiting Ghana fans and players before police dispersed the crowd with tear gas.

Daily Mirror

Tear gas fired as Nigeria fans smash up stadium following World Cup exit to Ghana

Nigeria supporters stormed the pitch at the Abuja National Stadium after a 1-1 draw at home to Ghana meant they will not take part at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar

Evening Standard

Furious Nigeria fans tear down dugouts and clash with police after World Cup play-off defeat

Nigeria fans stormed the pitch after their country’s failure to make the 2022 World Cup - tearing down dugouts and clashing with police.

Daily Record

Rangers stars Aribo, Balogun and Bassey miss out on Nigeria World Cup dream after Ghana heartbreak

The Super Eagles missed out on Qatar 2022 after they failed to get the necessary win on home turf.

Evening Standard

Nigeria 1-1 Ghana: Thomas Partey away goal fires Black Stars to World Cup in another disaster for Super Eagles

Ghana secured their place at the 2022 World Cup, at the expense of Nigeria, after an away goals victory in Abuja on Tuesday night.

Al Jazeera

Who are the ‘bandits’ terrorising Nigeria’s ‘Wild Wild West’?

Armed gangs have been terrorising northwest Nigeria for years. But what does the catchall phrase ‘bandits’ encompass?

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