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The Latest Breaking News from Nigeria

Young son of Atlanta-born Afrobeat star Davido drowns in family pool in Nigeria

Afro-pop star Davido’s young son has died a week after turning 3.

Los Angeles Times

Police: 3-year-old son of Nigerian singer Davido has died

Authorities say the 3-year-old son of Nigerian music star Davido has drowned in the family's swimming pool

The Independent UK

FIFA: Irish fans among the biggest purchasers of World Cup tickets so far

Ireland will make a first ever appearance at a senior women's tournament when they compete against Australia, Canada and Nigeria in next summer's World Cup finals.

Irish Mirror

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Serena Williams' investment shows that Nigeria's technology sector is attractive – but things can be better

Nigeria is the leading African destination for foreign direct investments in technology startup businesses. Between 2015 and 2022, Nigerian technology startups have secured funding totalling just over US$2 billion. This is the highest amount of funding recorded by any country in Africa.

The Conversation

Brian Laudrup calls on Rangers to punish Calvin Bassey as Ibrox legend smells Euro redemption

The Nigeria international has not had his troubles to seek since swapping Glasgow for Amsterdam in a £19m summer.

Daily Record

“Nous avons tout perdu”. Les conséquences catastrophiques de la criminalisation des moyens de subsistance en Afrique de l'Ouest

Nous étions à Obalende : un quartier populaire animé, composé d'immeubles de bureaux, de magasins et de zones résidentielles, sur Lagos Island, au Nigeria. Pendant la journée, le quartier regorge de petits étals de marché où l’on trouve toutes sortes de choses, des fruits et légumes à l'électronique, des vêtements…

The Conversation

Somalia appeals for international aid after deadly attack in Mogadishu

In tonight's edition: The clean-up continues in Somalia's capital Mogadishu as the death toll from the weekend's bombing claimed by Al Shabaab rises to at least 116. The government is appealing for international help. Also, thousands join an anti-Rwanda march in DR Congo after Kinshasa expels a diplomat from Kigali.…

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Calvin Bassey borrows from Gio's Rangers playbook in Ajax struggles explainer as critics line up

The Nigeria international will make his return to Ibrox with the Dutch giants following his bumper summer switch.

Daily Record

Explainer-Why are West and Central Africa's floods so devastating this year?

Unusually intense seasonal rains have drenched swathes of West and Central Africa since June, unleashing deadly floods that have affected millions and submerged farmland in 19 countries.

Reuters

Celtic cult hero Efe Ambrose makes Morton debut ranging from Ballon d'Or chant to suspension fears

The Ton have signed the former Nigerian international and he had a debut to remember filled with big challenges, suspense and everything in-between for the former Celtic defender.

Glasgow Live

Abuja terror alert: Nigerian government should not downplay the threat

Terrorism is one of the world’s greatest security challenges. Trying to predict it is an important part of the effort to counter terrorism.

The Conversation

Nigeria floods: 4 ways they affect food security

Food insecurity is a serious, growing problem in Nigeria. It was reported that 7 out of 10 Nigerians did not have enough to eat in 2021.

The Conversation

US orders diplomats' families to leave Nigeria's capital

The State Department has ordered the families of U.S. embassy staffers in the Nigerian capital to leave due to heightened fears of a terrorist attack

The Independent UK

Nigeria's education for entrepreneurs needs to keep it real, not just in the classroom

Africa is home to over 200 million people aged between 15 and 24, according to UN data. The continent has the largest population of young people in the world.

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Daily Mirror

Mum barred from £1,000 flight to see daughter due to little known post-Brexit rule

Dora Imoniverha was barred from flying from Lagos in Nigeria to see her daughters Norwich in the UK by Dutch airline KLM because she did not have the right post-Brexit visa

Reuters

Nigerian presidential contender Abubakar calls for flood relief fund

Nigeria's main opposition presidential contender on Wednesday called on the government to immediately set up a flood disaster fund similar to one created to fight the coronavirus pandemic, to help victims hit by the worst floods in a decade.

Tribune News Service

Review: 'Jollof Rice and Other Revolutions,' by Omolola Ijeoma Ogunyemi

FICTION: A Nigerian writer spotlights transatlantic immigrant themes in these linked short stories.

Evening Standard

Arsenal starlet Folarin Balogun reveals desire to play for Nigeria after England youth appearances

Arsenal starlet Folarin Balogun has revealed his desire to one day play for Nigeria.

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The Independent UK

Davido: ‘Africa is beautiful, but we don’t have the best leaders handling the economy’ 

The Afrobeats superstar talks to Kevin E G Perry about launching his own festival in Atlanta, soundtracking the World Cup in Qatar, and how he ended up donating £450,000 to Nigerian orphanages over a Rolls Royce mishap

Reuters

U.S. authorises departure of non-emergency staff from Nigeria

The U.S. State Department on Tuesday authorised the departure of non-emergency U.S. government employees and their families from Nigeria due to a heightened risk of terrorist attacks in the country.

Football London

Arsenal loanee Folarin Balogun breaks silence on his international future amid England decision

Arsenal talent Folarin Balogun has impressed out on loan with Ligue 1 outfit Stade Reims

Manchester Evening News

Napoli 'set asking price' for Victor Osimhen and other Manchester United transfer rumours

The latest Man United transfer news as speculation over the Nigeria striker continues.

Salon

Wendy Osefo on the stress of reality TV

The "Real Housewives of Potomac" cast member talks about her Nigerian-America story, new book and being on TV

Al Jazeera

Nigerian flood victims decry government’s response to disaster

As floods wreak havoc across Nigeria, survivors and experts say the government has failed to provide sufficient relief.

Reuters

Desperate flight, then misery in a camp for Nigerians displaced by floods

After watching his four young children gobble up a meagre portion of beans straight from the saucepan, Nigerian farmer Gideon George will sleep on an empty stomach in the makeshift camp where the family ended up after their home was flooded.

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