Nigeria’s Eid Crisis: When a ram becomes a luxury
At a Nigerian sheep market, human rights advocate Sadaatu Madaki says that rising prices make Eid difficult for families

At a Nigerian sheep market, human rights advocate Sadaatu Madaki says that rising prices make Eid difficult for families




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Power is no longer exercised through military force alone, but via technology, finance and control over information.
France is facing deepening resentment in former African colonies where it once had political influence.
UN rights chief ‘shocked’ by reports that Nigerian and Chadian forces killed over 100 civilians and seeks inquiries.
Dangote’s planned East Africa refinery will model his recent mega project in Nigeria’s Lagos.
The killing of two generals near Lake Chad follows a recent Boko Haram attack in the same region that left dozens dead.
Several African countries have sought financial help due to economic uncertainty caused by the war on Iran.
Thousands of Malians have been forced to flee their country as several groups, including the army, assault them.
The ISIL affiliate in the region has claimed responsibility for the attack on Guyaku village, which lasted for hours.
Mass kidnappings are a common way for gangs and armed groups to make quick money in Nigeria.
Nigerian authorities have charged six military officers over an alleged plot to overthrow President Bola Tinubu.