Nigeria

Boko Haram Militants Face Justice in Nigeria In an effort to combat terrorism, Nigeria has brought 300 Boko Haram members to trial. These trials aim to hold the insurgent group accountable for countless acts of violence and terror. "Justice must be done, and it will be done," stated a government official. Boko Haram, known for its extreme ideologies, has wreaked havoc across the region. Their campaign of bloodshed and fear has displaced millions and resulted in unspeakable atrocities. "We can't let them terrorize our…

Aliko Dangote's Refinery Dream Threatened by Oil Sector Tensions in Nigeria In Nigeria, the conflict brewing between billionaire Aliko Dangote and the oil sector powers could further destabilize the nation's economy and global standing, pundits suggest. Dangote, who pumped $20 billion into constructing a colossal refinery aiming for fuel autonomy across West Africa, faces hurdles in securing local crude oil. Recently, the magnate has heightened his allegations, pointing fingers at oil industry players who he believes,…

The Ongoing Journey Towards Fuel Self-Sufficiency in Nigeria The quest for fuel independence in Nigeria is a marathon rather than a sprint. Nestled in Lekki’s bustling outskirts, Lagos, lies a monumental refinery constructed by Aliko Dangote, a billionaire renowned for his business acumen. Despite grand inauguration ceremonies and high hopes, the behemoth refinery isn't operating at its intended petrol production capacity even a year later. "There's a roadblock to realizing full potential," industry pundits remark. While…

Nigeria Takes Legal Action Against Meta Over Data Protection Concerns Nigeria Takes Legal Action Against Meta Over Data Protection Concerns In a bold move, Nigeria has decided to sue Meta, a prominent US-based platform. The core of the dispute centers on Meta's alleged non-compliance with Nigeria's stringent data protection, consumer protection, and privacy regulations. The West African nation seeks a hefty sum of $220 million in punitive damages from Meta, reflecting their seriousness…

Nigeria Approves a Minimum Wage Hike for Civil Servants Amid Inflation Woes In a notable development in Nigeria, after prolonged negotiations, labor unions and President Bola Tinubu came to an agreement on Thursday, July 19, to elevate the monthly minimum wage for civil servants to 70,000 naira, translating roughly to $44. Previously, the minimum wage stood at half this amount. "It's a step forward, but it barely scratches the surface," remarked an unnamed union representative. "The broader context is that inflation…

Nigerian President Disapproves Assassination Attempts on Trump in Democracy During a press conference, the Nigerian President voiced his stern disapproval of any attempts to assassinate the former US President, Donald Trump. “It’s simply intolerable in a democratic society,” he declared firmly. He emphasized democracy thrives on respect for political figures and peaceful transitions of power. The Nigerian leader stressed that political violence contradicts democratic principles, sowing chaos and distrust. He called for the…

A two-story school collapsed Friday morning during classes in north-central Nigeria, killing 22 students and forcing rescuers to frantically search for more than 100 people trapped in the rubble, authorities said. Saints Academy, located in the community of Busa Buji in Plateau state, collapsed shortly after students, many of them 15 or younger, arrived for classes.

The Congress of Progressives, the majority party in Nigeria, appointed its new executive on Saturday, March 26, late at night, at the end of its national convention. Senator Abdullahi Adamu, also a former governor of the central state of Nasarawa, was elected.…

The teams from Ghana and Nigeria played a 0-0 draw in the final round of the African qualifier for the 2022 World Cup on March 25 in Kumasi. A result that benefits the Nigerians for the return match scheduled for March 29 in Abuja.…

"Africa bears the full burden of this war in Ukraine," said Macky Sall, the current president of the African Union and president of Senegal. The war in Ukraine causes both an inflation shock, but also a shortage of grain and fertilizers. Its effects are likely to continue throughout the year and seriously affect countries already affected by the pandemic. Several countries have already taken steps to try to limit the consequences.…