Afrobeats Superstar Ayra Starr on the Freedom She Felt Making ‘Starrgirl’: ‘I Kept Telling People, “Let Me Cook!”’
Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Ayra Starr is getting her hair blow-dried when she casually mentions that she has a plane to catch in an hour. It is less than 48 hours before release day, and our convers
Culture
variety.com
14.08.2026
South Africa end Nigeria’s Women’s World Cup hope, Ghana beat Ivory Coast
South Africa and Ghana claim Africa's two FIFA Intercontinental Playoff spots as Nigeria and Ivory Coast go out.
World
aljazeera.com
14.08.2026
Why Osun’s election matters for Nigeria’s 2027 vote
The result could offer an early signal of shifting alliances and voter sentiment before the presidential race.
World
aljazeera.com
14.08.2026
Vultures are disappearing in Nigeria - but the 'Vulture King' is fighting to reverse the trend
Some see them as sinister or hunt them for ritual use but these birds play a vital role in nature's cycle.
World
bbc.co.uk
13.08.2026
Nigeria's president orders a 80% salary increase for junior soldiers
The announcement comes as Nigeria's security forces struggle to contain multiple threats.
World
bbc.co.uk
05.08.2026
Nigeria cannot build safe schools in unsafe communities
The Safe Schools Initiative will keep falling short until the lack of security beyond school grounds is confronted.
World
aljazeera.com
05.08.2026
A Nigerian soldier is arrested for tipping off criminals - but does it go deeper?
A private's detention reignites concerns that troops are contributing to the country's security challenges.
World
bbc.co.uk
27.07.2026
South Africa investigates death of Nigerian who collapsed during arrest
Initial reports from a post-mortem said he had "abrasions on his back and chest", investigators say.
World
bbc.co.uk
27.07.2026
Nigeria's president approves largest military expansion in recent times
The government is under intense pressure to tackle a slew of armed groups, many of whom attack civilians.
World
bbc.co.uk
24.07.2026
Mysterious white foam draws crowds on Nigerian highway
The environmental agency has warned people to avoid going near the substance as it could pose a health risk.
World
bbc.co.uk
22.07.2026
‘All I think about is her’: Families demand answers as Nigeria's boat disasters keep happening
Hundreds of lives are lost each year in Nigeria as a result of boat accidents yet nothing seems to change.
World
bbc.co.uk
20.07.2026
Can Nigeria’s drone industry deliver Africa’s defence sovereignty
Military manufacturing may be growing, but defence sovereignty depends on far more than production.
World
aljazeera.com
13.07.2026
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.
World
aljazeera.com
12.07.2026
Dozens of abducted schoolchildren and teachers rescued in Nigeria
The hostages were taken from three separate schools in the southwestern state of Oyo in May.
World
aljazeera.com
11.07.2026
US withdraws troops from Nigeria after Islamic State mission
The US said the joint operation, which began in December last year, was a success.
World
bbc.co.uk
03.07.2026
How women steer youths away from gang violence in northeastern Nigeria
Women-led campaigns are helping curb gang violence by changing young people's mindsets in conflict-scarred communities.
World
aljazeera.com
23.06.2026
Ex-Nigeria oil minister cleared in UK bribery trial
Diezani Alison-Madueke had been accused of receiving bribes from oil tycoons but was found not guilty by a jury at Southwark Crown Court.
World
bbc.com
17.06.2026
Nigerian man jailed for storing human faeces outside his home
Neighbours said the stench from the property had become so overwhelming that it was impossible to relax at home.
World
bbc.com
17.06.2026
Nigerian migrants flee South Africa after spike in xenophobic protests
Migrants say they are living in fear after a group gave people living illegally in South Africa a deadline to leave.
World
aljazeera.com
11.06.2026
Ronaldo misses big chances in Portugal’s World Cup warmup win over Nigeria
Portugal beat Nigeria 2-1 as Pedro Neto and Francisco Conceicao net, but Cristiano Ronaldo scuffs golden chances.
World
aljazeera.com
11.06.2026