‘I Live in V.I.,’ a Social Class Satire From Nigeria, Will Dive Into Urban Alienation and Gentrification

Director Ugochukwu Azuya’s project, inspired by his experience living in Lagos and its “materialistically driven, very classist society,” was one of the films in development showcased at Locarno Open Doors.

Nigeria eliminated as Cameroon, Malawi reach WAFCON semis and World Cup

Outsiders Malawi qualify for their first FIFA World Cup, while defending champions Nigeria are eliminated by Cameroon.

StanChart Sees Slower Nigeria Rate Cuts as Inflation Views Rise

Standard Chartered Plc. said that the Central Bank of Nigeria’s easing cycle will likely be slower and more cautious as inflation will be higher than anticipated and expectations remain unanchored.

Nigeria rescues dozens of abducted school children in Oyo state

Nigerian security forces have rescued 39 schoolchildren and five teachers abducted nearly two months ago in Oyo state.

Nigeria sees no sign that anti-immigrant violence is waning in South Africa

South Africa's government has been accused of not doing enough to tackle xenophobic attacks.

US withdraws combat troops from Nigeria after counterterrorism mission

The United States has withdrawn most of the troops sent to Nigeria earlier this year, after wrapping up a combat operation against Islamic State fighters in the country. Gen. Dagvin…

US withdrew forces from Nigeria after operation against ISIS, AFRICOM chief says

The United States has withdrawn most of the forces it deployed for a recent operation against Islamic State militants in Nigeria and is now providing intelligence support at Abuja’s request,…

US withdrew forces from Nigeria after operation against ISIS, AFRICOM chief says

The United States has withdrawn most of the forces it deployed for a recent operation against Islamic State militants in Nigeria and is now providing intelligence support at Abuja’s request,…

Nigeria says two nationals killed in South Africa amid rise of anti-migrant attacks

Nigeria’s government said one of its nationals was reportedly killed by police officers “using gruesome interrogation techniques”.