Boko Haram killings increase in West Africa
More than 770 people have been killed in a spate of Boko Haram attacks in Western Africa and seem to be growing more violent.
Lion population under threat in Africa
The lions that roam Africa have lost as much as 75% of their habitat as their population dwindles and humans overtake their land.
Nigerians desperate for calm after car bombing
The suicide car bombing that killed at least 38 people in Nigeria has claimed victims across religious and ethnic lines, putting everyone at risk.
Jonathan sued for excessive force used during protests
A lawsuit has been brought against Nigeria’s president for using armed soldiers and tanks to stop a protest in the city against high petrol prices.
Nigerian army bases targeted in bomb blasts
Bombs have exploded at two military bases in a central Nigerian city at the heart of ethnic and religious unrest in Africa’s most populous nation.
Youths hit bombed Nigeria police station
A crowd of youths have stormed a bombed Nigeria police station, vandalising property and warning that police officers returning would be killed.
Struggling Nigeria weakened by violence
The coordinated attack in Nigeria’s second largest city by the radical Islamist sect known as Boko Haram has shown its metamorphosis.
Soldiers deployed as Nigeria fuel strike ends
Nationwide protests over fuel prices in Nigeria have ended, but concern was raised over government’s decision to deploy soldiers to the streets.
Nigeria warns fuel strike invites anarchy
As Nigeria’s fuel strike entered its third day, the country’s government has warned that the crippling protests could result in anarchy.
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Burning roadblocks mark second day of Nigeria fuel strike
Flaming tyres and debris has signalled the danger of spiralling violence in Nigeria as protests over fuel subsidies continued for a second day.