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Nigeria's jailbreaks point to a prison system out of step with reality

On the night of 5 July 2022, 879 inmates escaped from the Kuje correctional facility in Abuja, Nigeria after an attack by suspected Boko Haram terrorists. Prior to this, the largest jailbreak was on 5 April 2021 when gunmen attacked Owerri correctional centre, Imo State and freed 1,844 inmates. There…

The Conversation

Mixed reactions as Nigeria’s state oil firm goes private

For years, the oil firm has been plagued with financial transparency issues. Analysts say going commercial could fix it.

Al Jazeera

Islam has a small presence in Nigeria's Igbo region: what a new Quran translation offers

A new translation of the Quran into the Igbo language was launched on 1 July 2022 at the Ansar-Ud-Deen Mosque in Abuja, Nigeria. According to the translator, Muhammed Muritala Chukwuemeka, the project to produce this Nso Koran began five years ago.

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Latest Nigerian jailbreak could usher new era of insecurity – experts

Armed gunmen attacked a prison and freed several Boko Haram members. Analysts fear it will lead to a ripple effect.

Al Jazeera

Nigeria jailbreak raises more questions over insecurity

Nigerian authorities on Monday admitted shortcomings in security at a jail in the nation’s capital after an attack that resulted in the escape of hundreds of inmates last week

The Independent UK

Nigeria recaptures 27 inmates after jail attack claimed by Islamic State

Nigeria's security forces on Thursday recaptured 27 inmates who fled from a prison in the capital in Abuja following an attack claimed by Islamic State, the correctional service said.

Reuters

Suspected Islamist attack frees hundreds of prisoners in Nigeria

Inmates on the run after gunmen armed with explosives attack prison near capital, Abuja

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Suspected jihadists raid Nigeria prison, free hundreds

Abuja (AFP) - Suspected Boko Haram jihadists using guns and explosives have blasted their way into a prison near Nigeria's capital, freeing hundreds of inmates in an operation to release jailed comrades, the government said Wednesday.

AFP

Some 300 inmates on run after suspected Boko Haram raid on Nigeria prison

Around 300 inmates are on the run after a suspected raid by Islamist Boko Haram militants on a prison in Nigeria's capital Abuja on Tuesday night, an interior ministry official said.

Reuters

Jihadis attack jail in Nigeria's capital, 600 inmates escape

A Nigerian official says that at least 600 inmates escaped in a jailbreak in Abuja, the capital

The Independent UK

Nigeria sells marginal oilfield licenses for $482m, ignores court

The licensing comes despite a court ruling in May, restraining Abuja from issuing licences pending a suit determination.

Al Jazeera

Nigeria's ruling party picks candidate for 2023 election

Abuja (AFP) - Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress or APC party on Wednesday picked former Lagos governor Bola Tinubu as its candidate for the 2023 election to succeed President Muhammadu Buhari, who steps down after two terms.

AFP

Nigerian man burned to death after argument with Muslim cleric

A Nigerian man was burned to death by a mob in the capital Abuja on Saturday following an argument with a Muslim cleric, police said.

Reuters

Nigeria disturbed by acute fuel shortfalls

Motorists queuing for several hours at petrol pumps in the Nigerian capital, Abuja, has become the new normal after an acute scarcity in fuel earlier this year. In February, the government announced that bad fuel containing a high level of methanol was imported into the country by oil marketeers and…

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Nigeria Approves Proposal for Gas Pipeline Project to Morocco

The Nigerian government on Wednesday approved a proposal for the construction of a gas pipeline connecting Nigeria and Morocco. Nigeria's Federal Executive Council at a weekly meeting approved a proposal presented by the ministry of petroleum resources and directed the state-run Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) to execute a Memorandum…

Tribune News Service

Abubakar wins primary race for Nigeria’s main opposition party

ABUJA, Nigeria — Nigeria’s main opposition Peoples Democratic Party has elected Atiku Abubakar as its presidential candidate for next year’s national election in Africa’s largest economy.

AFP

More than 30 die in stampede at Nigeria church food event

Abuja (AFP) - More than 30 people were killed in southern Nigeria Saturday after a stampede erupted during a crowded church charity event where food was being distributed.

AFP

Nigerian airlines suspend flights over soaring fuel prices

Abuja (AFP) - Nigerian airlines are to suspend all flights from Monday over rising jet fuel prices, an umbrella organisation of operators said on Saturday.

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The Guardian - UK

The lost Jews of Nigeria

The long read: Until the 1990s, there were almost no Jews in Nigeria. Now thousands have enthusiastically taken up the faith. Why?

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More than 160 passengers still missing from train attacked in Nigeria

Boko Haram and local bandits suspected to have bombed rail tracks in Kaduna as dozens remain unaccounted for

AFP

Nigeria coach Eguavoen resigns after failure to reach World Cup

Abuja (AFP) - The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) said national coach Augustine Eguavoen and his assistants have stepped down after the team failed to qualify for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

Al Jazeera

Analysis: Russia sanctions could spur Chinese arms sales to Nigeria

Western sanctions on Russia and Belarus could push Nigeria to import more accessible and affordable Chinese armaments.

Al Jazeera

Nigerian fans riot after World Cup qualification defeat to Ghana

Ghana became first African nation to qualify for the 2022 World Cup, but its success was overshadowed by fan violence.

Daily Mirror

Zambian FA confirms tragic death of FIFA doctor Joseph Kabungo at World Cup clash

The Zambian FA have released a statement to confirm that FIFA doctor Joseph Kabungo passed away on Tuesday night at the Abuja National Stadium in Nigeria

Daily Mirror

Tear gas fired as Nigeria fans smash up stadium following World Cup exit to Ghana

Nigeria supporters stormed the pitch at the Abuja National Stadium after a 1-1 draw at home to Ghana meant they will not take part at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar

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