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Nigeria's champion women's basketball team is taking on three WNBA franchises this spring to prepare for the 2026 World Cup in Berlin. The 21-player squad blends proven stars with hungry newcomers ready to prove Africa's best can compete globally.
Nigeria has named a powerful 24-athlete squad blending Olympic veterans and rising stars for the World Athletics Relays in Botswana. The team will compete across all six relay events as the country aims to reclaim its place among global sprinting powers.
Nigeria's former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo sparked conversation at a live church debate by rejecting the "prosperity gospel" doctrine. The lawyer and pastor argued that scripture emphasizes helping the poor over accumulating personal wealth.
Leaders across Nigeria gathered to celebrate Chido Onumah's 60th birthday and three decades of fighting for democratic progress. The symposium brought together government officials, activists, and scholars to honor his work and discuss the power of youth-led movements.
Nigeria's booming gaming market could follow fintech's path from consumer to creator. Local developers are positioning to sell African-tested solutions worldwide.
Dr. Chido Onumah, a Nigerian anti-corruption advocate and journalist, celebrates six decades of championing youth empowerment and national accountability. His humility and dedication continue inspiring younger Nigerians to believe in their country's potential.
A powerful theatrical tribute in Lagos celebrates Professor Dora Akunyili, whose courage transformed Nigeria's fight against fake drugs and inspired a generation of women leaders.
A viral video shows Rev Esther Ajayi distributing food packages during Easter services at her church in Nigeria. The packages bore political branding, sparking nationwide conversation about faith, politics, and community support.
A medical center in Nigeria just performed West Africa's first stereotactic body radiation therapy, offering hope to millions who previously had to travel abroad for advanced cancer care. Medical tourism spending from Nigeria dropped 96% this year as local expertise grows.
Nigeria just approved MoorBeta, a new chicken breed that reaches market weight in 10 weeks and thrives in tropical heat. The homegrown innovation could boost income for small farms while strengthening the country's food security.
A young Nigerian journalist who survived terrorism threats and wrongful arrests just received a traditional honor from his ancestral community. Gidado Yushau Shuaib's journey from studying in both Christian and Islamic schools to founding platforms that empower thousands shows how resilience creates ripple effects.
Nigeria's electricity sector overhaul has drawn over $2 billion in fresh investments while cutting government debt by $1.8 billion. The transformation includes new state electricity markets and record power generation milestones.
Nigeria and the European Union just announced over €816 million in new investments targeting clean energy, healthcare, and digital infrastructure that will transform millions of lives. The partnership marks a major step forward in building sustainable economic growth across West Africa's most populous nation.
Nigeria is tackling a silent health crisis that's been stealing children's futures for too long. A new nationwide project aims to eliminate lead poisoning and protect millions of kids from cognitive damage, stunted growth, and preventable disease.
A visiting pastor couldn't believe his eyes when Aba's infamous garbage piles had vanished, replaced by clean streets and water fountains. The Nigerian city's dramatic transformation under Governor Alex Otti is turning a struggling commercial hub into a source of pride.
Former Enugu State Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi celebrates his 62nd birthday weeks after President Tinubu appointed him Nigeria's Ambassador to Greece. His new diplomatic role comes after eight years leading his state through economic recessions and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Nigeria's anti-corruption agency just returned nearly $2.4 million in stolen funds to the national petroleum company after a successful fraud investigation. The recovery shows what's possible when institutions work together to fight corruption and protect public resources.
A Nigerian democracy watchdog celebrates 16 years of getting citizens involved in government, with big plans for the 2027 elections. Their work has already brought clean water to communities and connected thousands of young Nigerians with their elected leaders.
President Bola Tinubu has directed a nationwide rice distribution to support Nigerian families observing Ramadan and Lent. The initiative aims to strengthen unity between Muslim and Christian communities during their sacred fasting periods.
After three years, Doctors Without Borders handed over two healthcare centers in Nigeria that delivered 73,000 consultations and helped 2,123 mothers safely give birth. Remote villages near the Cameroon border now have trained staff and medical supplies to continue lifesaving care.
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