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Poland appeals to Nigeria to free students and lecturer detained while on a study program

Polish diplomats are working to try to free seven of its citizens who were detained in Nigeria in what Poland says is misunderstanding amid protests taking place in the West African country

The Independent UK

Young Nigerians’ push for change must go beyond street protests – historian

Nigerians began a 10-day #EndBadGovernance protest on 1 August 2024 and are expected to continue until 10 August. They took to the streets to demand economic and political reforms, including the reversal of some government policies. Policies like the removal of petrol subsidies and the floating of the naira have…

The Conversation

U.S. Women's Hoops Team Poses With Katie Ledecky, Michael Phelps After Victory

The Americans topped Nigeria to advance to the Olympic semifinals.

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USA Defeats Nigeria 88-74 In Impressive Quarterfinal Victory

USA defeats Nigeria 88-74 in a thrilling basketball match. A'ja Wilson's standout performance leads the USA to victory.

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Nigeria detains 7 Polish nationals for displaying Russian flags during hardship protests

Nigeria says it has detained seven Polish nationals for displaying Russian flags amid protests against economic hardship in the country

The Independent UK

Team USA Dominates Nigeria In Women's Basketball Quarterfinal

Team USA's dominant performance in women's basketball quarterfinal against Nigeria highlighted by a commanding halftime lead.

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Opals surge into Olympic basketball semi-finals with big win over Serbia

After a shaky start to the Paris Games Australia’s women are on track for a medal after a 85-67 win set up a clash against the USA

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Young Nigerians find pawns of purpose after local chess prodigy’s success

Tunde Onakoya broke the world record for the longest chess game. But back home, the game is still inaccessible.

Al Jazeera

Nigerian protesters arrested for waving Russian flags

Hardship protests continue in Nigeria even though the size of rallies shrinks. Meanwhile, the Kremlin denies having anything to do with demonstrators being arrested in northern states for carrying Russian flags. Also, a mutated mpox strain that health officials warn is the most dangerous yet is behind the spread of…

France 24

No jobs, no trust: young Africans’ economic struggles fuel protests

Young people have taken to streets in Kenya, Uganda and Nigeria amid cost of living crises and lack of jobs

The Guardian - UK

Full list of countries issuing travel warnings to UK amid far-right riots

Nigeria, Malaysia, Kenya, Australia, Sweden, Indonesia, the UAE, India and Hong Kong have all sent out alerts

The Independent UK

Hundreds of Somalis protest against Al Shabaab after deadly Mogadishu attack

Hundreds of Mogadishu residents gathered at Lido Beach on Monday to denounce the deadly terrorist attack that took place in the Somali capital over the weekend. Authorities say 37 people were killed and over 200 injured in an attack claimed by the al Qaeda-affiliated group Al Shabaab. Meanwhile, Ukraine argues…

France 24

Babies in Nigeria are being born with antibiotic resistant bacteria

Sepsis occurs when one’s immune system has an extreme response to an infection. It’s a life-threatening condition: globally, it accounts for about 11 million deaths – 20% of all deaths per year.

The Conversation

Nigeria’s first space traveller will be chosen by the public: how this will boost the country’s progress

The Blue Origin space craft owned by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is to take six individuals to space from nations historically underrepresented in space exploration. Nigeria is one of the selected countries. Though a date is yet to be fixed for this particular trip, the Blue Origin space flight usually…

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Meghan Markle's Best Style Moments Since Stepping Down As a Senior Royal

She's really leaned into her personal style.

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Nigeria's Women's Basketball Team Makes History In Paris Olympics

Nigeria's women's basketball team makes history by reaching quarterfinals, inspiring African athletes.

Radio France Internationale

Nigerian president calls for end to violent nationwide protests

Nigeria's President Bola Ahmed Tinubu called for the suspension of nationwide protests and an end to "bloodshed" on Sunday after security forces cracked down on rallies over economic hardship. Rights groups say at least 13 people have died since Thursday.

Al Jazeera

Nigeria’s Tinubu urges end to protests against economic hardship

Protesters demand quicker reforms and government action to ease the pain amid reforms carried out by the new president.

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Nigeria's President Urges End To Violent Protests

Nigeria's President addresses protests, urges end to violence, defends economic reforms, and emphasizes unity amid escalating tensions.

International Business Times

Nigerian President Calls For End To Protests, 'Bloodshed'

Nigeria's President Bola Ahmed Tinubu called for the suspension of nationwide protests and an end to "bloodshed" on Sunday after security forces cracked down on rallies over economic hardship.

The Independent UK

Journalists covering Nigeria protests dodge bullets as police arrest nearly 700 people

Nigerian security forces were firing bullet rounds and teargas at several journalists and protesters during demonstrations against the country’s economic crisis on Saturday, according to the journalists and videos of the incident reviewed by The Associated Press

The Guardian - UK

Why are Nigerians protesting? Young people were roused by events in Kenya

A demonstration against the president about the cost of living crisis has spread, after youth groups saw protests across the continent force a change in the law

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Nigerian Security Forces Clash With Protesters, Leaving Nine Dead

Protests in Nigeria over economic crisis escalate into violence, highlighting deep-seated frustrations and challenges faced by citizens. Security forces cl...

France 24

Anger in Nigeria over the spiralling cost of living

Nationwide protests against Nigeria's rising cost of living enter day two. Demonstrators have clashed with police, prompting authorities to enforce curfews across several northern states. Also in this edition, a pipeline carring oil from Niger to Benin is under continued threat of attacks by armed rebels. The assaults risks hampering…

Al Jazeera

Police fire tear gas as Nigeria economic hardship protests resume

Curfews were ordered across several northern states on Friday after clashes erupted the previous day.

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