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Cyriel Dessers named in provisional Nigeria squad for African Cup of Nations

Cyriel Dessers named in the provisional Nigeria squad for the African Cup of Nations.

The National (Scotland)

Feted abroad, ignored in Nigeria: The story of Mami Wata’s voyage to Oscars

The film, a black-and-white fantasy thriller inspired by West African folklore, is Nigeria’s third entry for the Oscars.

Al Jazeera

Nigeria Economic Crisis Dampens Christmas Spirit

Lining up, they receive some rice, dried beans and other basic foodstuffs, whose soaring prices have left millions in Nigeria facing a bleak Christmas.

International Business Times

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Nigeria slashes transport fees during the holidays to ease some of the pain of austerity measures

Nigeria’s leader has slashed the fees during the holiday season for several public transport routes in half and offered free train rides, hoping to temporarily ease some of the economic hardship caused by his government’s austerity measures

The Independent UK

Nigeria's plantain wine: a traditional drink with huge economic potential

Agadagidi, a wine made from plantain, is a popular drink at festive occasions in Nigeria. But it’s not always of a high quality.

The Conversation

Takeaways on AP's investigation into cocoa coming from a protected Nigerian rainforest

As the world’s demand for chocolate grows, farmers in Nigeria are moving into protected areas of a forest reserve that's home to endangered species like African forest elephants

The Independent UK

Cocoa grown illegally in a Nigerian rainforest heads to companies that supply major chocolate makers

As the world’s demand for chocolate grows, farmers in Nigeria are moving into protected areas of a forest reserve that’s home to endangered species like African forest elephants

The Independent UK

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Coups, climate and cost of living: Key issues that shaped 2023 in Africa

It was a year full of high-stakes geopolitical drama and economic crises for Africa.

Al Jazeera

France's TotalEnergies to invest billions in Nigeria

French energy giant TotalEnergies is ready to invest $6 billion (5.5 billion euro) over several years in Nigeria's oil and energy industry, especially in gas and offshore projects.

Radio France Internationale

Biggest upsets in World Cup history

A look at the most significant shocks and surprises from football's greatest tournament...

FourFourTwo

Nollywood set new highs in 2023: here are four of my favourite films of the year

The Nigerian film industry, popularly known as Nollywood, was once seen as a mass producer of poor quality “home videos”. It’s now become known for increasingly slick films that are able to attract big budgets and compete at film festivals across the world.

The Conversation

Nigeria's flamboyant aso ebi dressing style is popular - but it's become a financial burden

Aso ebi – “family uniform” – is the Yoruba custom of people dressing alike for social events. The custom is rooted in kinship (ebi), an important aspect of Yoruba social life since precolonial times in what’s now south-west Nigeria.

The Conversation

Black Ghosts: Noo Saro-Wiwa's new book is a powerful reflection on Africans in China

Noo Saro-Wiwa is a celebrated Nigerian-born travel writer. Her latest book is Black Ghosts. It explores, with candour and compassion, the lives of several African economic migrants living in China, a group of people who are key to trade between the continents. As a scholar of African travel writing and…

The Conversation

How to watch AFCON 2023: live stream the tournament around the world

Learn everything you need to know to watch the Africa Cup of Nations football tournament, running from January 13 – February 11.

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Evening Standard

Chelsea unperturbed by Victor Osimhen's new contract as release clause sets price for summer raid

Napoli set to tie Nigerian striker down to extension but Blues remain confident of pulling off major deal to bolster frontline

Al Jazeera

Finding a fix: Nigerian women lead drive to upcycle plastics

In Nigeria, where plastic pollution is still a huge problem, there is a rise of women-led schemes focused on fixes.

Tom’s Guide

AFCON 2023 live streams: How to watch Africa Cup of Nations online from anywhere, teams, fixtures, latest news, song, mascot

Watch AFCON 2023 live streams from anywhere for the Africa Cup of Nations football tournament with Senegal, Nigeria, Morocco and hosts Ivory Coast among the favorites.

The Conversation

China-Africa relations in 2023: key moments and events to remember

In a year when headlines have been dominated by conflict in Europe and the Middle East, and geo-economic tensions between China and the West, China-Africa relations were, in comparison, a steady and stable norm.

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Maro Itoje interview: England and Saracens star championing African art at newly launched gallery

The 'Akoje Gallery', launched with co-founder Khalil Akar, is years in the making and opens on Wednesday

Barchart

Here’s a Safer Backdoor Way to Play the Cell Tower Game in Emerging Markets

On Monday, 10 U.S.-listed stocks traded at 52-week lows. One of the names on the list was IHS Holding, a UK-based owner of cell towers in Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East. These are all emerging markets with huge potential but also significant risks.

TechRadar

How to watch 2023 Africa Cup of Nations: live stream all 2024 AFCON matches online from anywhere

With the best teams on the continent set to converge on the Ivory Coast, here's how to watch 2023 African Cup of Nations live streams wherever you are in 2024.

Al Jazeera

Rice, beans and best friends: A Nigerian embrace for Cameroonian refugees

In a Nigerian town, a day in the life of two 15-year-olds – Rebecca from Nigeria and Blessing, a Cameroonian refugee.

The Conversation

Victor Ekpuk is a Nigerian artist who uses ancient African graphic writing systems to unveil a stunning new display of creativity

Victor Ekpuk is an internationally renowned Nigerian artist known for his artwork inspired by ancient African writing and graphic writing systems. INTERwoven TEXTures is his first solo exhibition at the important Efiɛ gallery in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates. There he has also unveiled his public art installation commissioned…

The Independent UK

Lionesses star Lauren James involved in second stamping controversy

Having been sent off for a stamp during last summer’s World Cup in England’s win over Nigeria, James repeated the action against Arsenal but was only yellow-carded

The Guardian - UK

Nigeria’s Oshoala and Osimhen win African footballer of the year awards

Nigerian forwards Victor Osimhen and Asisat Oshoala have scooped the top prizes at the Caf awards ceremony in Marrakech

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