Legendary Nigerian actor Olu Jacobs dies aged 84
Olu Jacobs was one of Nigeria's most recognised actors, whose career spanned several decades.
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bbc.co.uk
16.09.2026
Nigeria arrests alleged Mexican drug kingpin at international airport
Arturo Carrera Loaiza denies allegations he was involved in meth production, the Nigerian authorities say.
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bbc.co.uk
15.09.2026
Nigeria's Dangote refinery kicks off blockbuster IPO
Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote launched the biggest-ever share sale on the African continent, listing 4.1 billion shares in his Lagos refinery on the stock exchange. He framed it as a "people's IP
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france24.com
14.09.2026
Nigerian oil refinery Dangote aims to raise 1.6 billion dollars
In tonight's edition, Nigeria's Dangote refinery opens itself to public ownership with plans to raise 1.6 billion dollars from retail investors across the continent. Also, President Felix Tshisekedi c
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france24.com
14.09.2026
IPO 'for the people' is out of reach for many in Nigeria
Dangote seeks $1.6 billion from investors to finance a $14.3 billion expansion and thus double the oil refinery's capacity. The offer could give millions of Nigerians a stake in the company. But who c
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dw.com
14.09.2026
Six Nigerians extradited to US over $6M online romance scam
Alleged members of Black Axe criminal network that swindled US women out of $6m flown from South AfricaSix Nigerian nationals linked to an organized criminal network that allegedly swindled American w
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theguardian.com
12.09.2026
Nigeria says 2 of its nationals killed in South Africa as anti-migrant tensions flare
Nigeria says two nationals have been killed in South Africa as tensions run high over anti-immigrant protests there
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abcnews.com
12.09.2026
Nigeria suspends official visits to South Africa over anti-migrant violence
Months of anti-foreigner protests across South Africa have forced tens of thousands to leave the country.
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aljazeera.com
11.09.2026
Six Nigerians accused of romance scams to be extradited to the US
The six will face wire fraud and money-laundry charges in the US, South African police say.
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bbc.co.uk
11.09.2026
Nigeria, Boko Haram reportedly reach secret three-month ceasefire
The reported truce follows the release of 360 villagers abducted during a Boko Haram attack in northeastern Nigeria.
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aljazeera.com
09.09.2026
When does a family meal become a luxury in Nigeria?
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aljazeera.com
07.09.2026
Uber announces immediate withdrawal from Nigeria and Uganda
Uber has announced its immediate withdrawal from Nigeria and Uganda. The decision comes amid a global restructuring, but mainly as Uber has lost significant ground to its competitors in both countries
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france24.com
05.09.2026
Uber withdraws from Nigeria
In tonight's programme, a UN report says foreign fighters and support networks are fuelling Sudan’s war and worsening violence against civilians. Also, Uber is pulling out of Nigeria and Uganda, leavi
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france24.com
04.09.2026
Nigeria: Suspected oil thieves dead after inhaling fumes
A Nigerian environmental group says that at least 37 people died trying to siphon crude oil off a ship illegally. Police acknowledged a fatal incident but gave fewer details, saying investigations con
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dw.com
04.09.2026
Dozens die in Nigeria after inhaling toxic fumes in 'oil theft attempt'
At least 37 people have died in Nigeria while attempting to steal oil, according to an environmental group.
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news.sky.com
04.09.2026
Shady surgeons and Nigeria organ harvesting
In tonight's edition, legal loopholes and gaps about specialised medicine may be driving Illegal organ harvesting in Nigeria. Also, South Sudan may be moving closer to delivering on elections schedule
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france24.com
03.09.2026
Uber shuts operations in Nigeria and Uganda with immediate effect
Uber has stopped its operations in Nigeria and Uganda with immediate effect – citing "a thorough review of our business" as its reason for shutting down in the former.
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news.sky.com
03.09.2026
Uber shuts operations in Nigeria and Uganda with immediate effect
Nigeria - Africa's most populous country - is proving a tough market for ride-hailing services.
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bbc.co.uk
02.09.2026
Nigeria confirms planned withdrawal of US troops sent to help tackle insecurity crisis
Nigeria has confirmed the withdrawal of U.S. troops sent to help tackle its security crisis
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abcnews.com
01.09.2026
'I have fired 40 of my agents for being corrupt', says Nigeria's anti-corruption chief
The EFCC boss says more than five of the dismissed officials are already facing prosecution.
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bbc.co.uk
01.09.2026