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Africa's finest: Bafana Bafana return to the World Cup chasing a first knockout stage

South Africa enter the first 48-team World Cup as Africa's 11th-ranked side in the Fifa standings. In the first instalment of a nine-part series on African squads at the 2026 tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada, RFI looks at a nation making its fourth appearance at the finals.

Radio France Internationale

Brutal and emboldened: how Nigeria’s bandit crisis spun out of control

Conflicts over land and resources have deepened owing to climate breakdown, deforestation and population growth

The Guardian - UK

50 years on, Fela's legendary 'Zombie' album still resonates in Nigeria

In 1976, Fela Kuti's song "Zombie" became a powerful protest against Nigeria's military rule

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Nigeria 3-0 Jamaica: Super Eagles retain Unity Cup with comfortable victory

Super Eagles retained trophy in fourth edition of close-season tournament

Evening Standard

Nigeria vs Jamaica LIVE: Unity Cup result, latest updates and fan reaction

Super Eagles take on Reggae Boyz in close-season competition

Evening Standard

AI godbots: religious leaders warn of ‘alarming consequences’ when machines speak in the name of God

I (Adam) am chatting with the “Apostle Stephen”, an online chatbot created by the Redeemed Christian Church of God, a church founded in Nigeria in the 1950s with a growing global following. He is, to be honest, a bit pushy for an apostle.

The Conversation

Meet Mahmud Sadis Buba: Nigerian politician claimed he was 30 until leaked documents revealed he was actually 16

Mahmud Sadis Buba, a little-known political aspirant from Nigeria’s Kaduna State, suddenly became one of the most talked-about figures on African social media after a controversy over his age exploded online. Buba had presented himself as a 30-year-old politician seeking a seat in Nigeria’s House of Representatives under the ruling…

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Who Nigeria will face in Unity Cup final as next opponents confirmed

Super Eagles into yet another Unity Cup final after beating Zimbabwe at The Valley on Tuesday evening

Evening Standard

Nigeria 2-0 Zimbabwe: Femi Azeez scores twice on debut as Super Eagles reach Unity Cup final

Arthur Okonkwo impresses on debut as Super Eagles reach Unity Cup final

Evening Standard

Nigeria vs Zimbabwe LIVE: Unity Cup result, latest updates and fan reaction

Nigeria progress to Saturday's final and will face India or Jamaica

Evening Standard

Meet Aliko Dangote: How a trader’s son turned a $500,000 family loan into a $32.7 billion African empire

Aliko Dangote’s business expansion into East Africa, now linked to proposed pipeline corridors through Ethiopia and Djibouti, is often discussed in terms of scale and strategy. But the deeper story behind these moves stretches far beyond recent headlines. It is tied to a long, uneven journey that began in a…

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India turns to Latin American, African oil after Hormuz disruption

Indian refiners sought oil from Latin America and Africa as Middle East supplies faced disruptions. Imports from Venezuela, Brazil, Angola, and Nigeria increased. Russia remained a key supplier, though its share saw a dip. The UAE and Saudi Arabia saw increased imports. Overall oil imports in April remained steady but…

The Economic Times

Mali’s security crisis holds warnings for Nigeria: here’s why

Mali and Nigeria, two of the countries in the Sahel region of west Africa, are separated by approximately 1,000 kilometres, with the Niger Republic between them. They differ in population size and government, but they face some of the same threats.

The Conversation

Over 30 arrested in UK–Nigeria joint crackdown on romance scams and cyber fraud

In an unprecedented move, a collaborative effort between UK and Nigeria has resulted in the apprehension of more than 30 individuals linked to romance and financial fraud schemes. Code-named Operation Seraphim, this initiative aimed to dismantle organized crime entities that have inflicted severe financial damage through deceptive practices and money…

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Nigeria's anti-drug agency shut down large meth laboratory in a raid

Nigeria's anti-drug agency has busted a major drug syndicate involving Nigerians and Mexicans

The Independent UK

Nigerian police bust meth lab and seize $363 million worth of drugs in largest operation of its kind

Seven suspects were arrested at the farm in Ogun state, including three Mexican meth ‘cooks’

Bangkok Post

Former stars debate Africa’s World Cup chances

JOHANNESBURG - Former Senegal star El Hadji Diouf shares the belief of CAF president Patrick Motsepe that an African team can win the 2026 World Cup, but Nigeria great Jay-Jay Okocha is unsure.

The Economic Times

From uncle's loan in 1977 to $36.8 billion today: The story of a quiet African titan reshaping global energy from Lagos

Aliko Dangote is widely regarded as Africa’s richest businessman and one of the most influential industrialists in the world. His journey began in 1977 when he started trading cement with a small loan from his uncle after completing college. Born on April 10, 1957, in Kano, Nigeria, he gradually built…

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‘It’s an Honor’—Wrexham Star Handed Historic Call-Up Amid Uncertain Future

The Red Dragons have a big decision to make with their goalkeeper department this summer.

France 24

Joint Nigeria-US strikes kill 175 Islamic State group fighters, both militaries say

Some 175 militants belonging to the Islamic State (IS) group were killed in joint Nigerian-US strikes in Nigeria's northeast in recent days, both militaries said Tuesday. Washington sent troops to the West African nation in February as armed groups stepped up their attacks on communities across the country.

The Guardian - UK

How rampant violence made Nigeria an insecurity hotspot in the Sahel – mapped

Data lays bare the extent and geographical spread of attacks in Africa’s most populous country

Latin Times

Fresh U.S. Strikes in Nigeria Highlight Washington's Growing Military Footprint in West Africa

Nigerian military spokesperson Samaila Uba said operations "in close coordination" with the United States would continue to "disrupt terrorist networks" and deny militants safe haven

The Economic Times

African proverb of the day: 'A woman’s strength is not in her muscles but in her ...' Life lessons on power, inner peace, courage and why emotional and mental resilience is more important than physical force

African proverb of the day focuses on the Nigerian saying that a woman’s strength comes from her heart. The proverb explains emotional resilience, courage, nurturing, and inner power. It highlights how emotional intelligence helps families and communities stay united. The proverb also shows why emotional and mental strength matters more…

The Times of India

My Take 5 (Edition 69): The week that was in international affairs

The Trump-Xi summit yielded no major breakthroughs, with both leaders sticking to their strategic interests, particularly concerning Taiwan. Russia's intensified attacks on Ukraine, met with Ukrainian drone strikes deep into Russia, highlight Moscow's continued aggression. Latvia's government collapsed over a drone incident, underscoring regional security concerns. Meanwhile, a joint US-Nigeria…

The Times of India

US, Nigeria launch fresh kinetic strikes on ISIS targets

US Africa Command, in coordination with Nigeria, conducted kinetic strikes against ISIS militants in Northeastern Nigeria. This operation follows the recent killing of a top ISIS leader, Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, in a joint US-Nigerian mission. The strikes aim to diminish ISIS's capacity to plan attacks threatening regional and US security.

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