Nigeria17 hrs ago'I was tortured and lost my hand' - one student's struggle to get an education in NigeriaThe BBC speaks to a student who pushed for his toe print to be taken to verify his identity. 17 hrs ago2 days agoNigeria drops terrorism financing charges against ex-justice ministerAbubakar Malami was seen as one of the most influential ministers under former President Muhammadu Buhari.2 days ago4 days agoEx-Nigerian oil minister denies taking bribesDiezani Alison-Madueke is accused of living “a life of luxury” in the UK at properties paid for and refurbished by industry figures.4 days ago4 days agoNigeria Air Force orders investigation after dozens killed in airstrikeThere are reports that more than 100 people were killed, although the authorities have not commented.4 days ago6 days agoNearly 400 sentenced in Nigeria for links to militant IslamistsJudges handed down sentences ranging from five years to life imprisonment following mass trials.6 days ago9 Apr 2026US warns citizens to reconsider Nigeria travel on safety groundsThe state department has also authorised non-emergency embassy staff to leave on security grounds.9 Apr 20268 Apr 2026Nigeria begins mass trial of 500 terrorism suspectsVery few people are ever prosecuted following terror attacks with suspects often held without trial.8 Apr 20267 Apr 2026Carnival fever hits Lagos as locals celebrate Afro-Brazilian heritageThe centuries-old Fanti Carnival returned to Nigeria on Monday with a burst of colour and spectacle.7 Apr 20267 Apr 2026Locals dispute Nigerian army claim of 31 rescued after Easter attackFive civilians were killed by the gunmen and their bodies were recovered at the scene, the army said.7 Apr 2026...
