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30 Jan
In the Gubio area of northeastern Nigeria, scattered clothing and footwear mark the place where seven children were killed by an improvised explosive device.
30 Jan
Nigerians seeking a safe outlet for their anger can now head to the country's first rage room, where they can break glass, smash wardrobes, and destroy electronic devices without any consequences.
26 Jan
At least 30 people have been killed and several others injured in Nigeria's central Plateau state in a series of attacks around Mangu town, despite a curfew imposed by the state government, a community spokesperson said.
22 Jan
A recent spate of kidnappings in Nigeria's capital has residents worried. This week, the government promised a drastic solution but said it wants to see an end to crowdfunding for ransom.
21 Jan
Losing a baby can be a very difficult experience for couples. Whether it is a miscarriage or a stillbirth, couples are often left alone with their questions. In this episode of Healthy Me, No Cap, medical doctor Chinonso Egemba (Aproko Doctor) in Lagos, meets the mother of a stillborn baby to discuss these questions and stresses why parents need empathy and support rather than judgement.
20 Jan
In a world grappling with climate change and the search for sustainable energy solutions, Enock Gnaga hopes his company Benin Biogas's complete waste-to-energy cycle will usher in a renewed dedication to environmental stewardship for his country.
19 Jan
In February 2021, the Supreme Court allowed a group from the Ogale and Bille communities to sue Shell over spills, and that case is currently through the High Court. At that time, Shell said it was not responsible for most of those spills and said they were caused by illegal third-party interference.
19 Jan
Food price increases have seen the consumer inflation rate in Africa's largest economy hit its highest level since 1996.
17 Jan
At least two people were killed and dozens injured when explosives stored at a private residence detonated in Nigeria's Oyo state, its governor said on Wednesday.
17 Jan
A young entrepreneur in Mozambique produces biodegradable packaging and bags using organic waste from sugar plantations. Her aim is to reduce the plastic pollution that blights Mozambique
11 Jan
Commuters going to Lagos Island through Iyana Oworo had a chaotic time yesterday. Following the partial closure of the Third Mainland Bridge by the Federal Government, many road users spent several hours in traffic.
11 Jan
Nigeria will build a national park monument from crushed tusks in a symbol of the importance of elephants in the ecosystem and as a warning to wildlife traffickers.
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