Mohammed Saidu was sentenced to two weeks in prison and fined in Kano, Nigeria, for storing nearly 50 bags of human faeces outside his home. Neighbours complained of an unbearable stench, prompting environmental officials to intervene. Saidu, who empties septic tanks, reportedly sold the faeces as fertilizer.
An IMF report details Nigeria's significant stablecoin adoption, noting $59 billion in crypto inflows and 60% of sub-Saharan Africa's stablecoin share. While acknowledging benefits like financial inclusion and cheaper remittances, the IMF warns of risks including "digital dollarization" and illicit finance due to inadequate monitoring.
A potential US-Iran peace agreement could significantly benefit African economies by stabilizing global financial and commodity markets. Lower oil prices, reduced freight costs, and smoother trade flows would ease imported inflation, particularly for energy, fertilizers, and food, acting as a stimulus and food security package for many nations.
Nigeria's military has rescued Amina, the widow of retired Maj Gen Rabe Abubakar, who died in captivity last weekend. The couple was abducted in Katsina state last month. Mrs. Abubakar was shot during the rescue operation and is receiving treatment in a military hospital. Criminal gangs, known as 'bandits', are prevalent in the region, engaging in kidnappings and other violent crimes.
Nigerian biologist Iroro Tanshi rediscovered the short-tailed roundleaf bat, believed extinct since the 1970s, in Nigeria's Afi mountain wildlife sanctuary. Her work combats deforestation, hunting, and wildfires threatening bat populations.
Erling Haaland will make his World Cup debut for Norway against Iraq at Boston Stadium, the same venue where Diego Maradona played his last World Cup match. Coach Ståle Solbakken and former player Tore André Flo express confidence in Haaland and the talented Norwegian squad.
Michael Olise, el joven futbolista francés de origen nigeriano y franco-argelino, debuta en el Mundial. Conocido por su timidez y su talento en el campo, ha captado la atención de grandes clubes como el Real Madrid y el PSG, quienes compiten por su fichaje.
Une attaque djihadiste présumée du groupe Lakurawa a fait 20 morts dans le nord-ouest du Nigeria, selon un rapport de l'ONU. Le raid a eu lieu dans l'État de Kebbi, une région ciblée par des frappes américaines en décembre.
Rene Baterbonia, 19, and Divine Adili, 21, drowned during a school-sanctioned team-building activity in Dipaculao, Aurora. The incident highlights risks in collegiate sports training environments.
Atacante Folarin Balogun, nascido nos EUA por um imprevisto de voo, brilha na Copa. Criado na Inglaterra e com carreira europeia, sua cidadania americana, obtida por direito de nascimento, contrasta com políticas migratórias restritivas.
A former Nigerian military general, Abubakar, has died in captivity after being kidnapped by gunmen two weeks ago. The government stated he died from complications related to diabetes and hypertension, despite efforts to secure his release. The kidnapping occurred in Katsina state, a region plagued by criminal gangs known as 'bandits' who engage in raids, kidnappings for ransom, and looting.
Folarin Balogun, born in the US to Nigerian parents, scored twice in the USA's 4-1 World Cup win over Paraguay, showcasing the 'messy, borderless reality' of modern soccer. His story, along with other US team members born abroad, highlights the role of migration in international football, contrasting with societal anxieties about immigration.
Retired Nigerian army Major General Rabe Abubakar has died while held captive by gunmen in Katsina state. He was abducted with his wife last month, and his wife's condition remains unknown. The incident highlights ongoing security challenges in north-west Nigeria due to criminal gangs and militant jihadists.
Ethiopia faces renewed fears of conflict in Tigray despite stable election results, with warnings of a potential escalation involving Eritrea and internal hardliners. Meanwhile, Nigeria grapples with a severe security crisis, marked by brutal attacks and kidnappings, prompting calls for international cooperation to combat extremist groups.
A Nigerian court has convicted eleven Indian sailors for cocaine trafficking, sentencing them and fining their merchant vessel $5.3 million. The sailors were arrested six months ago for importing 31.5 kg of cocaine, and the conviction serves as a strong warning against drug smuggling.
Anitta's participation in the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony in Los Angeles is seen as a major international achievement, solidifying her status as a global music icon representing Brazil.
Folarin Balogun, born in Brooklyn due to a flight denial, represents the US national team at the World Cup. His unexpected birth in America, despite Nigerian parents and upbringing in England, has led to a unique international career, highlighting the US soccer team's strategy of recruiting dual-nationality players.
Cerimônia de abertura da Copa do Mundo Feminina 2026 nos EUA contou com apresentações de Anitta, Lisa e Rema, além de Tyla e Future. Eventos anteriores no Canadá e México geraram memes e reações online.
Nigeria's 700km coastal road, linking Lagos to Cameroon, aims for a 2028 completion and is a key project for President Tinubu's re-election bid, promising jobs and tourism. However, its construction in an area with significant coastal erosion raises concerns.
Imagbe Ehizomwengie, a Nigerian man, won €500,000 in an Italian lottery but was initially barred from claiming it due to his undocumented status. After a decade-long immigration struggle, he was granted a residency permit, citing his financial independence and competent Italian, which meant more to him than the lottery win.
Imigrante nigeriano de 31 anos, agredido por PMs em Campinas (SP), diz que veio trabalhar e quer ficar no Brasil. Jerry relatou não entender ordem para se ajoelhar e que já sofreu outras agressões. PM abriu inquérito.
A Copa do Mundo 2026 inicia com três cerimônias de abertura. Anitta se apresenta na última, em Los Angeles, ao lado de Katy Perry, Lisa, Rema e Future.
262 Nigerians returned to their home country from South Africa due to rising anti-immigrant sentiment and violence. South Africa's Interior Ministry stated all returnees were illegal immigrants, banning them from re-entry for five years. Other African nations are also repatriating citizens.
The first of three opening ceremonies for the 2026 World Cup took place in Mexico City, featuring performances by Shakira, Burna Boy, Maná, Belinda, and J Balvin. Additional ceremonies are scheduled for Canada and the USA.
