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315 kids abducted from school in Nigeria

The payment of ransoms has been outlawed in an attempt to cut the supply of money to the criminal gangs – but this has had little effect…reports Asian Lite News More than

November 23, 2025

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Trump threatens Nigeria with potential military action

The threat came a day after Trump said he was placing Nigeria on the list of “countries of particular concern” for allegedly failing to address religiously motivated violence US President Donald Trump

November 2, 2025

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Nigeria Deports 50 Chinese in Cybercrime Sweep

It marks the second large-scale raid targeting foreigners suspected of cybercrime in less than a year….reports Asian Lite News Nigeria has deported dozens of foreigners, including 50 Chinese nationals, in a sweeping

August 25, 2025

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Nigerian leader’s pardon draws criticisms

During an event to mark the 26th anniversary of Nigeria’s return to democracy, Tinubu pardoned the “Ogoni Nine,” including celebrated writer Ken Saro-Wiwa, and described them as “national heroes.” Nigeria’s President Bola

June 15, 2025

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Deadly floods ravage Nigeria

Triggered by torrential rains and the collapse of a nearby dam on May 28, 2025, the floods have submerged vast areas, destroyed infrastructure, and displaced thousands of residents. The death toll from

June 1, 2025

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Militants kill at least 23 in Nigeria attack

Nigeria has been grappling with a long-running insurgency in its northeast, primarily driven by the Islamist armed group Boko Haram and its offshoot, Daesh West Africa Province At least 23 farmers and

May 18, 2025

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Children die as USAID aid cuts snap a lifeline

For years, the USAID had been the backbone of the humanitarian response in northeastern Nigeria, helping non-government organizations provide food, shelter and health care to millions of people Under the dappled light

May 18, 2025

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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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