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Nigerian militants warn of fresh attacks

The main militant group in Nigeria's oil-rich southern delta has said it will launch new attacks, despite a recent military crackdown.

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Militant held over Nigeria bombings

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Militant held over Nigeria bombings

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Seven die in Nigeria as blasts hit independence celebrations

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Nigerian militant leaders surrender weapons under amnesty

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Foreign oil workers kidnapped

Militants bomb three Nigerian oil pipelines

Militants in restive southern Nigeria today claimed to have bombed three major oil pipelines.

Tue, 08 May, 2007

Oil dispute ignites violence in Nigeria

Militants seeking a greater share of oil revenue for their impoverished region detonated two car bombs in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, sending shock waves through the city.

Tue, 19 Dec, 2006

Nigeria: 'New wave of kidnappings planned'

Militants in Nigeria are planning a major new wave of attacks and kidnappings in the next few days that could include up to 20 simultaneous bombings across the country’s oil-rich delta region, US diplomats warned today.

Fri, 03 Nov, 2006

Nigeria: All eight hostages freed

All six kidnapped British oil workers in Nigeria have been released, it was announced today.

Sun, 04 Jun, 2006

Two British hostages freed in Nigeria

Two kidnapped British oil workers have been released in Nigeria and six more hostages who are still being held are expected to be set free later today.

Sun, 04 Jun, 2006