Soldiers blockade Niger's presidential palace - security sources
NIAMEY (Reuters) -Some soldiers from Niger's presidential guard have blockaded the presidential palace in the capital Niamey, several security sources
1970-01-01 08:00
Godwin Emefiele's downfall: How Nigeria's bank boss ended up in court
The once-powerful bank chief is charged with illegally owning a shotgun, which he denies.
1970-01-01 08:00
Nigeria opts for small rate hike at first meeting after Emefiele's suspension
By Chijioke Ohuocha ABUJA (Reuters) -Nigeria's central bank raised its main lending rate by a smaller-than-expected 25 basis points on
1970-01-01 08:00
Canada headlines second day of Women's World Cup action as Olympic champon faces Nigeria
The Women's World Cup is finally here and the tournament's second day of action holds plenty of intriguing storylines.
1970-01-01 08:00
Nigeria's so-called tax collectors: Menacing and mafia-like
The tax system is opaque - and abused, with politicians and private citizens lining their pockets.
1970-01-01 08:00
How Guinness World Record mania has gripped Nigeria
Nigerians have inundated Guinness World Record with requests to ratify their attempts in the past two months.
1970-01-01 08:00
Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu declares state of emergency over food
The president plans to provide protection to farmers targeted by notorious kidnapping gangs.
1970-01-01 08:00
Nigeria's Senate approves Tinubu's $800 million World Bank loan request
By Camillus Eboh and Elisha Bala-Gbogbo ABUJA (Reuters) -Nigeria's Senate on Thursday speedily approved a request by President Bola Tinubu
1970-01-01 08:00
Runway lighting stolen from Nigerian airport
An investigation is under way after the theft at one of Lagos airport's two runways.
1970-01-01 08:00
France riots: Fuelled by everyday discrimination
Algerian journalist Maher Mezahi writes about the riots that swept through France.
1970-01-01 08:00
Algeria country profile
Provides an overview of Algeria, including key dates and facts about this north African country.
1970-01-01 08:00
Nigeria offers students loans - they want jobs
Two massive reforms are aimed at improving Nigeria's dilapidated universities - but will they work?
1970-01-01 08:00