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30 dead in separatist attack in Nigeria

Amnesty International said that more than 20 vehicles and trucks were set ablaze during the Thursday attack along the Okigwe-Owerri highway in Imo state At least 30 people have been killed after

May 11, 2025

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Shiite protesters clash with Nigerian military

The demonstration took place on International Quds Day, which is held on the last Friday of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan in solidarity with Palestinians worldwide Soldiers and members of a

March 30, 2025

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Netherlands to return more than 100 artifacts to Nigeria

The artifacts, which include human and animal figures, plaques, royal regalia, and a bell, were looted in the late 19th century by British soldiers from what is now Nigeria In a significant

February 23, 2025

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Nigeria approve $200 mn to offset shortfall from US aid cuts

The US invested over $600 mn in health assistance in Nigeria in 2023 alone, according to the US Embassy in Nigeria, mostly to support efforts to prevent malaria, end HIV and deliver

February 17, 2025

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Nigerian soldiers kill 79 militants

The West African country has been ramping up efforts to secure the country as some 35,000 civilians have been killed and more than 2 million displaced in the northeastern region…reports Asian Lite

January 26, 2025

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PM Modi Receives Hero’s Welcome in Nigeria

Prime Minister Modi praised the Indian community living in Nigeria for remaining connected with their roots, language, and culture….reports Asian Lite News As Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived on Sunday on his

November 17, 2024

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Modi Emplanes For Three-Nation Visit To Nigeria, Brazil, Guyana

The five-day visit marks several significant milestones, including the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Nigeria in 17 years and to Guyana in over 50 years. PM Modi will also

November 16, 2024

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India Rallies Support for Flood-Hit Nigeria

India announced another 60 tonnes of assistance to the African nation….reports Asian Lite News India sent 15 tonnes of humanitarian aid to Nigeria on Thursday to assist the west African country in

November 14, 2024

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Modi to visit Nigeria, Brazil, Guyana

Modi will embark on a three-nation tour from November 16 to 21, visiting Brazil for the G20 Summit, and to strengthen bilateral ties with Nigeria and Guyana…reports Asian Lite News Prime Minister

November 13, 2024

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Nigeria fuel tanker explosion kills over 150

The blast comes a month after at least 48 people were killed in a similar accident in the north-central Niger state….reports Asian Lite News The death toll from a fuel tanker explosion

October 20, 2024

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