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# Nigeria

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Minister Simon Coveney calls on Nigerian authorities to investigate violence against protesters
Amnesty International said that at least 12 peaceful protesters were killed in an incident involving the Nigerian army this week.
Nigeria’s president blames ‘hooliganism’ for deaths of civilians
An official toll says 51 civilians, 11 policemen and seven soldiers have been killed during unrest linked to protests about police abuse.
Nigeria’s president addresses nation on unrest but doesn't mention protesters’ deaths
Nigeria has been gripped by protests against police brutality.
Explainer: What is happening in Nigeria?
Several people have been killed by security forces amid ongoing protests against police brutality.
Nigeria security forces fire on protesters as curfew imposed amid widespread demonstrations
Defiant protesters at the scene had sung the national anthem and pledged to remain out on the streets despite the stay-at-home order.
Irish government to return €5.5m in funds misappropriated by former Nigerian leader
The government said the funds were frozen in a Dublin-based bank account.
Minister writes to Grealish asking him to clarify 'apparent ethnic basis' of Nigerian money statement
The Galway West TD singled out Nigeria while raising questions in the Dáil about money being sent out of Ireland.
World Bank says remittance estimates from Ireland to Nigeria are not reliable
There is an “urgent need” to improve such data collection, the organisation said.
FactCheck: No, €3.5 billion was not sent to Nigeria by people living in Ireland over the past eight years
The claim was made by independent TD Noel Grealish in the Dáil yesterday.
Hundreds of boys and men freed from 'torture house' in Nigeria
Victims at the facility were found padlocked to car hubcaps and had their hands and feet chained.
Man City's Mahrez hits late winner to send Algeria into Africa Cup of Nations final
Senegal await in the decider which will take place on Friday.
Holders crash out as Arsenal star Iwobi grabs winner to send Nigeria through
Nigeria beat holders Cameroon 3-2 in Saturday’s thrilling Africa Cup of Nations last-16 tie.
Ranked 108th in the world, Madagascar stun Nigeria to seal Africa Cup of Nations progress
Unbeaten Madagascar defeated the Super Eagles 2-0 to top Group B on Sunday.
Ruthless Norway make Nigeria pay for first-half errors
Norway join hosts France at the top of Group A.
Eight killed and dozens injured after building housing 'illegal school' collapses in Nigeria
Reports suggested that dozens of children were trapped inside the building.
‘We beat the British Army 37-0. A few weeks later we won against Germany and were European champions’
Goalkeeper Dean Delany reflects on winning the U18 European Championships in Cyprus and playing in the 1999 World Youth Cup in Nigeria under Brian Kerr.
'It's the real me': Nigerian president denies he was replaced by a lookalike
The rumours stem from the president’s ill health.
Skin bleaching in Africa: Teens are using injectables as the trend sees worrying growth
For many Nigerians, it is seen as a “standard procedure”.
Wolves goalkeeper retires after year-long battle with leukemia
Tributes have been made as 32-year-old Nigeria international Carl Ikeme is hanging up his boots following advice from doctors.
'I played while my father was in the hands of bandits': Mikel reveals kidnap ordeal overshadowed Argentina clash
The Nigerian captain was told to call kidnappers hours before last Tuesday’s World Cup group D meeting kicked off.
Maradona receives treatment after Argentina's dramatic win
The Argentina icon required treatment after his nation reached the last 16 at the World Cup.
Nigeria v Argentina, World Cup
Nigeria take on Argentina, with both sides’ World Cup hopes in the balance.
On the brink, Argentina handed a final shot at World Cup salvation
Leo Messi and the rest of Jorge Sampaoli’s troubled squad have one final shot at redemption against Nigeria on Tuesday.
Brilliant Musa double inspires Nigeria to victory as Group D is blown wide open
Leicester City forward Ahmed Musa sent the Super Eagles into second place with an impressive brace against Iceland.
Sublime! Ahmed Musa's outrageous half-volley is one of the goals of the World Cup
The forward’s 14th goal for his country is surely a goal of the competition contender.
'Football doesn't give room for any of this' - Babayaro hits out at 'fashionista' Eagles at World Cup
Nigeria’s eye-catching kits have drawn more attention than any other at the tournament, but, sadly the same can’t be said of their football so far.
Luka Modric on the scoresheet as Croatia ease to victory and go top of Group D
An own goal and a Luca Modric penalty handed Croatia all three points in Kaliningrad.
Impressive England go 9 games unbeaten with World Cup warm-up win
Goals from Gary Cahill and Harry Kane saw the Three Lions earn a victory over Nigeria.
Nigeria's new World Cup kit sells out after three million pre-orders ahead of England friendly
The Super Eagles are in action at Wembley this evening, with their new kit for the World Cup proving popular with supporters.
Irish nurse helps deliver baby boy on board rescue ship
The mother had been kidnapped in Libya and was subjected to regular beatings before she escaped.
Over 100 schoolgirls kidnapped by Boko Haram freed
110 schoolgirls in Dapchi, northeast Nigeria were kidnapped just over a month ago.
Nigeria struggles to contain spread of Lassa fever after 110 deaths
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has confirmed 353 Lassa cases since 1 January.
'Some' girls kidnapped from school by Boko Haram freed by 'gallant officers'
“The rescued girls are now in the custody of the Nigerian Army.”
Mother of sick child facing deportation 'turned to prostitution' to pay his medical bills, Supreme Court hears
The young boy (who suffers from sickle cell disease) and his mother have been subject to the order since 2011.
Boko Haram used 135 children in 'perverse death missions' this year
Children in Nigeria and the Chad Basin are being viewed with increasing paranoia at checkpoints as they are thought to be the carriers of explosives.
Fancy the job? Nigerian state gets 'happiness minister'
Officially the title is ‘commissioner for happiness and couples’ fulfilment’.
World Cup 2018: Germany start against Mexico as Russia face Saudi Arabia in big kick-off
The Iberian derby between Spain and Portugal is the pick of the World Cup 2018 group stage draw, with Germany starting against Mexico.
Here's the full draw for next summer's Fifa World Cup in Russia
Vladimir Putin addressed the audience before Gary Lineker hosted the draw in Moscow.
The Yak is done! Ex-Premier League striker retires on his 35th birthday
The Nigerian scored 95 goals during spells with Everton, Middlesbrough and Blackburn Rovers.
'The roof was blown off': At least 50 killed in suicide bombing at Nigerian mosque
“It was when the prayers were on that he set off his explosives,” a police spokesperson said.