Tag: Nigerian

Evacuation Plan: Nigeria Starts Flying Citizens Home from South Africa

Africa Rakshithan Mahendran -
Nigeria’s airlift of its citizens from South Africa over rising anti-migrant tensions is a complex test for relations between...

Why Are Nigerian Police Warning Against Attacks on South Africans?

Africa Senuri Vithanage -
Nigerian police have warned people not to carry out retaliatory attacks against South Africans or South African-owned businesses after...

Tragedy in Plateau State: 37 Dead in Nigerian Mine Poisoning

Lead_Story Sridee Senarathna -
A mining accident has resulted in the deaths of at least 37 people in central Nigeria due to a...

Motorbike Attacks on Nigerian Villages Leave Dozens Dead

Africa Senuri Vithanage -
Gunmen on motorcycles carried out a dawn attack on three villages in northwestern Nigeria, killing many people and spreading...

Twin Attacks on Nigerian Churches Leave More Than 150 Worshippers Kidnapped

Lead_Story Senuri Vithanage -
Gunmen stormed two churches in Nigeria’s Kaduna state on Sunday, turning a morning of worship into a scene of...

Massive Security Operation Crushes the Nigerian Kidnapping Network, 200 Bandits Killed

Africa Senuri Vithanage -
A major security operation in central Nigeria has killed more than 200 suspected members of an armed criminal gang,...
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Luxury Labels Turn to Nigerian Leather

Fashion & Beauty Dana de Silva -
Once a leader in both the domestic and international marketplace, Nigerian leather is experiencing an impressive resurgence. International luxury...

Lights, Camera, Transformation: How Nigerian Filmmakers Are Reshaping Africa’s Creative Economy

Commonwealth Diaspora Warsha De Silva -
Diaspora (Commonwealth Union) _ The flickering lights of the screening room said more than mere compelling pictures shine light...

All Eyes on Amsterdam: Will Nollywood Dominate the 2025 Septimius Awards?

Entertainment Ishini Dabare -
As the 2025 Septimius Awards draw near, Nollywood has solidified its status in the film sector, garnering several nominations...

Nigerian Market Sees Strong Start Amid Optimism and Selective Buying

Africa Warsha De Silva -
Africa (Commonwealth Union) _ The Nigerian equities market began the week on a strong note on Monday, recording a...

Can Virtual Peace Talks Save the World? Commonwealth’s Bold New Plan Says Yes!

News from the Commonwealth Secretariat Wasana Nadeeshani -
(Commonwealth)_ The Commonwealth has launched a fresh series of virtual peace talks to bridge the gap between generations and...

A Viral Clip, a Ballet Dream, and an Emmy: The Incredible Rise of Anthony Madu

Entertainment Ishini Dabare -
Entertainment (Nigerian Filmmaker) _ Joel Kachi Benson has received an award at the 46th Annual News and Documentary Emmy...

When the Crown Fits: Okey Bakassi’s Royal Turn Sparks Celebration Across Nigeria

Entertainment Ishini Dabare -
Veteran Nigerian comedian and Nollywood actor Okey Bakassi, has taken on a new and historic role as the traditional...

World Press Freedom Day Sparks Urgent Warning from Nigerian Media Leaders

Africa Warsha De Silva -
Africa (Commonwealth Union) _ As World Press Freedom Day is marked globally, the Nigerian chapter of the International Press...

10 Nigerian Actors Breaking Barriers and Making History in Hollywood

Entertainment Ishini Dabare -
The entertainment world has seen a powerful wave of Nigerian actors transforming screens across genres — from superhero flicks...

Faith Under Fire: 51 Christians Killed in Latest Attack on Nigerian Villages

Africa Warsha De Silva -
Africa (Commonwealth Union) _ At least 51 Christians were brutally killed in Plateau State, Nigeria, following a Palm Sunday...