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Boko Haram is a militant Islamist movement most active in northeastern Nigeria. The group also has footholds in Chad, Niger, Cameroon, and Mali. One of its stated goals is to introduce Sharia law across its territory.

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The 77 Percent Magazine #242

Explainer: Kidnapping in northern Nigeria

What has led to the rise of abductions in northern Nigeria by so-called ‘bandits?'
CrimeNovember 4, 202402:25 min
Alamin Usman, a herdsman in Abuja, Nigeria, talks to DW as his cows graze on the roadside in the background.

Climate, violence force cattle into Nigeria's crowded cities

Nigeria is home to 20 some million cows, most of which are owned by nomadic Fulani herders.
ClimateNovember 3, 202403:23 min
People take to the streets of Lagos to protest against economic hardship in the country, with a man speaking into an orange megaphone, August 1, 2024

Nigeria: Anger as minors appear in court over August protest

Children aged between 14 and 17 appeared before a court in the capital for a hearing related to protests in August.
PoliticsNovember 2, 2024
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DW News Africa with Christine Mhundwa, 31 October 2024

Can Nigeria become a cow superpower? Its dairy market is worth billions but 90 percent of local demand is imported. Most cows are owned by pastoralist Fulani herdsmen - can they adapt to the commercial model Abuja wants? Plus: The Récréâtrales theater festival in Burkina Faso addresses the tragedies displaced people suffer.
October 31, 202426:02 min
Lagos resident Afam Ugah wears a "Trump 2024" baseball cap as he speaks to DW.

US election: Why Donald Trump is so popular in Nigeria

Many religious, socially conservative Nigerians are hoping Donald Trump will return to the White House after November 5.
PoliticsOctober 31, 202403:05 min
Chidimma Adetshina crowned Miss Universe Nigeria in Lagos

South Africa to revoke beauty queen's ID documents

Chidimma Adetshina, a dual South African-Nigerian national, faced xenophobia over her identity in South Africa.
PoliticsOctober 31, 2024
Michelin-starred chef Adejoké Bakare sits in her restaurant, smiling

Adejoké Bakare: A celebrity chef in London

British-Nigerian Adejoké Bakare is the first Black female chef in the United Kingdom to be awarded a Michelin star.
LifestyleOctober 30, 202403:08 min
The 77 Percent Magazine #242

The 77 Percent - The Magazine for Africa's Youth

This week look at how large the issue of kidnappings is in Africa, with a focus on Nigeria.
SocietyOctober 30, 202426:03 min
Members of the Chadian security forces parade during the 63rd Independence Day celebrations in N'Djamena

Chad: Dozens of soldiers killed near Nigeria border

Chad did not name the attackers who targeted its military base, but Boko Haram is active in the region near Nigeria.
ConflictsOctober 28, 2024
Nigeria's football team, the Super Eagles

Nigeria given 3-0 win over Libya after 'inhumane treatment'

The Nigerian team had been scheduled to play an AFCON qualifier against Libya but were left strandard at the airport.
SoccerOctober 26, 2024
Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu

Nigeria: Bola Tinubu reshuffles cabinet amid economic crisis

The shake-up comes as worsening economic hardship has led to frustration with President Bola Tinubu's administration.
PoliticsOctober 24, 2024
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Why Nigeria must abolish the death penalty

Join human rights activist Gloria Mabeiam Ballason and DW correspondent Ben Adam Shemang to explore this issue.
SocietyOctober 23, 202426:43 min
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Young Nigerian creates device to track deforestation

A robotics developer in Nigeria has found a way to stop illegal deforestation, by tracking trees with simple devices.
ScienceOctober 23, 202401:45 min
Cameroonian President Paul Biya waves at the crowd who cheer as he walks through an airport. Behind him, Chinese soldiers raise their swords in honor of his arrival.

Cameroon: Defying death rumors, Biya still president at 91

At 91, Paul Biya is rarely seen in public. Opposition figures worry that simmering conflicts may worsen after his reign.
PoliticsOctober 22, 2024
DW Sendung Afrimaxx

Afrimaxx — Modern African Lifestyle

Changing the LGBTQI+ narrative in Nigeria, encouraging tourism in Rwanda and Nairobi’s street food.
LifestyleOctober 22, 202426:03 min
A group of people standing in front of a church in Nigeria

Fake pastors in Nigeria — is it time for tougher laws?

In our Street Debate, we ask if stricter regulations are needed to stop scam pastors exploiting believers' faith.
SocietyOctober 21, 202409:48 min
Flooded homes in a community in Nigeria's Kogi State.

Flood situation continues to deteriorate in Nigeria

The UN has warned of a growing disaster in Nigeria, where flooding has already affected more than 1.2 million people.
CatastropheOctober 18, 202401:39 min
attendants of the annual twin festival in Igbo-Ora, Nigeria

Nigeria's 'Twinopolis' celebrates unique heritage

An unusually high number of twin births has made the Nigerian community of Igbo-Ora the twin capital of the world.
SocietyOctober 17, 202401:59 min
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The 77 Percent - The Magazine for Africa's Youth

From fraud scandals to even more sinister crimes: This week's show looks at the rise of false prophets across Africa.
SocietyOctober 16, 202426:03 min
An truck lies on its side as people watch on the side of the road

Nigeria: More than 140 dead in fuel tanker explosion

Emergency services have confirmed that at least 140 people were killed and dozens were injured in the incident.
CatastropheOctober 16, 2024
A flooded village in Kogi State, central Nigeria

Many flood victims in Nigeria have no place to go

Nigeria is severely affected by floods across West and Central Africa. Tens of thousands had to leave their homes.
CatastropheOctober 16, 202401:15 min
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Nigeria: A school for impoverished children

Makoko is home to the Whanyinna primary school for children from acutely impoverished families.
BusinessOctober 16, 202405:29 min
Nigerian defender #5 William Troost-Ekong (CR) celebrates with teammates after scoring

Libya blames Nigeria for canceled AFCON qualifier

The Super Eagles had refused to play the match citing mistreatment upon their arrival to Libya.
SportsOctober 15, 2024
An ambulance makes its way through floodwaters in Assam state, India

How hospitals are dealing with climate change challenges

Hospitals around the world use creative solutions to deal with increasing threats like floods, power cuts and heat.
Nature and EnvironmentOctober 15, 2024
William Troost Ekong of Nigeria reacts instructs teammates during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations Final match between Nigeria and Cote dIvoire

Nigeria's Super Eagles boycott Libya match over 'mind games'

Nigeria's men's soccer team pulls out of its tournament qualifier in Libya in protest at being abandoned at an airport.
SportsOctober 14, 2024
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Why Nigerian bandits are flaunting wealth on social media

Bandits in northern Nigeria have been using Tiktok, WhatsApp and Facebook to showcase their activities and lifestyle.
SocietyOctober 14, 202425:02 min
Two identically dressed girls sit by a woman

Nigeria's twins festival celebrates multiple births

The self-proclaimed "twins capital of the world", Igbo-Ora in Nigeria, has celebrated its high rate of multiple births.
SocietyOctober 14, 20248 images
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Rise of drug cartels in Ecuador

Drug cartels in Ecuador are gaining influence, and why forest dieback could lead to healthier ecosystems.
BusinessOctober 11, 202426:04 min
Afrimaxx: The image shows Nigerian fashion designer Dimeji Ilori.

Nigerian fashion — where style meets sustainability

For Dimeji Ilori textile waste provides a veritable treasure trove for his fabulous sartorial creations.
DesignOctober 10, 202405:51 min
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Will Dangote's refinery solve Nigeria's oil issues?

The Dangote refinery and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited are fighting over the price of fuel sold.
BusinessOctober 9, 202426:12 min
Children drink from a tap during recess at a UNICEF supported primary school inside Bukasi Internally Displaced People's camp.

Nigeria reports more than 350 cholera deaths since January

The death toll is more than three times higher than in the same period last year.
HealthOctober 7, 2024
A Malian man standing on a rooftop in Bamako poses in military garb and holds up a Russian flag alongside an Ethiopian flag

Nigerian FM on Russian motives in Africa: Trust but verify

What are Russia's goals? Yusuf Tuggar told DW Nigeria pursues "strategic autonomy" following series of coups in Africa.
PoliticsOctober 7, 202423:56 min
People with fuel canisters wait in line at a petrol station in Lagos

Will the Dangote refinery solve Nigeria's oil issues?

Analysts say the ultra-modern facility is just one step to resolving Nigeria's fuel supply and pricing issues.
BusinessOctober 4, 2024
A Malian man standing on a rooftop in Bamako poses in military garb and holds up a Russian flag alongside an Ethiopian flag

Nigerian FM on Russian motives in Africa: Trust but verify

What are Russia's goals? Yusuf Tuggar told DW Nigeria pursues "strategic autonomy" following series of coups in Africa.
PoliticsOctober 4, 202424:13 min
Passengers at Ikorodu ferry terminal inside the boat in Lagos on July 19, 2024.

Nigeria: Over 100 people missing after boat capsizes

A search operation has rescued 150 people and recovered 16 bodies.
ClimateOctober 2, 2024
DW Sendung Afrimaxx

Afrimaxx — Modern African Lifestyle

These lamps made it to Wakanda Forever, Nigerian AI artist Malik Afegbua and a Kenyan eco-farm.
LifestyleOctober 2, 202426:03 min
A young bearded man wearing glasses sits at a computer

Picturing African identity, with the help of AI

Malik Afegbua from Nigeria is using artificial intelligence to create a new image of Africa.
LifestyleOctober 2, 202405:38 min
Protesters carrying a large Nigerian flag run for safety after Nigerian policemen fire teargas at demonstrators during the "Fearless In October" protest over bad governance in Abuja, Nigeria on October 1, 2024

Nigeria: Hardship protests met with tear gas

For a second time in two months, Nigerians have demonstrated against economic hardship in the oil-rich country.
SocietyOctober 1, 2024
A group of smiling people cycle down a dirt road

Nigerian eco-cyclists pedal for climate action

Members of an off-road cycling club in Abuja aim to promote sustainable transport and environmental awareness.
Nature and EnvironmentSeptember 30, 202401:10 min
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The 77 Percent — The Magazine for Africa's Youth

We meet Africa’s leading actors, technicians, and filmmakers to find the beating heart of Africa’s movie industry.
SocietySeptember 25, 202426:03 min
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What happens when fuel subsidies are scrapped?

DW's Josey Mahachi speaks with Alhassan Usman of Nigeria's Federal Inland Revenue Service and DW reporter Shehu Salmanu.
BusinessSeptember 25, 202430:00 min
Maiduguri resident Babagana Bukar Wakil speaks with DW in his flood damaged house

Nigerians grapple with aftermath of Maiduguri flooding

A dam burst forced thousands to leave the Nigerian city. Now, returnees are grappling with the aftermath.
CatastropheSeptember 24, 202402:59 min
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Why are millions of Nigerian children not in school?

Tens of millions of children in Africa are not in school. In Nigeria, the situation has reached crisis proportions.
EducationSeptember 24, 202425:35 min
An empty classroom in Nigeria.

Conflict keeps millions out of school in Africa

The future education of an estimated 2.8 million children in West and Central Africa is in jeopardy due to conflicts.
ConflictsSeptember 24, 2024
Nigerian actor and director Funke Akindele

Nigeria: Filmmaker Funke Akindele's secret recipe

Akindele shares tips on her success and why she believes in the cinema-going culture.
FilmSeptember 24, 202401:53 min
A man is seen working on a wheel of a vehicle. A child stands nearby. A dismantled motor lies in one corner.

Nigeria seeks to lower fuel prices with new oil refinery

Nigeria has plenty of oil but still relies on imports. There are hopes the new Dangote Refinery will change all that.
BusinessSeptember 22, 202403:16 min
Nigeria | Maiduguri | Überschwemmungen in Nigeria

Homes lost, relatives missing in floods in Nigeria

More than 400,000 people have already been affected after heavy rain caused floods and widespread destruction.
CatastropheSeptember 21, 202401:32 min
A woman dressed in white stands at the base of a cliff, looking upward thoughtfully

How do African youth define peace?

On the International Day of Peace, DW asked young men and women from across Africa about what peace means to them.
SocietySeptember 21, 202402:02 min
An aerial view showing submerged houses after severe flooding in Nigeria's Maiduguri

Are Nigeria's floods caused by humans or climate change?

Maiduguri, in northern Nigeria, has been hit by devastating flooding. Is government neglect or climate change to blame?
Nature and EnvironmentSeptember 20, 2024
A boy carries a bowl of peanuts on his head seeking for customers to sell them.

Poverty keeps countless Nigerian children out of school

One in three children in Nigeria don't go to school. Unfortunately the country is a global leader in this area.
SocietySeptember 19, 202403:10 min