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Five Boko Haram commanders released in exchange for 82 schoolgirls

Five Boko Haram commanders have been released in exchange for the freedom of 82 Chibok schoolgirls, a Nigerian government official said.

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Eight dead as blast hits Nigerian shopping centre

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Islamists strike as rescue effort starts

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Nigerian army 'had four hours notice of Boko Haram abductions, but did nothing'

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Nigeria had ‘advance warning of kidnapping’

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Nigerian militants open fire on busy marketplace, killing hundreds

700 killed during five-day uprising by radical Islamic sect in Nigeria

MORE than 700 people were killed during a five-day uprising by a radical Islamic sect in northern Nigeria and the search for bodies is continuing, Red Cross and defence officials said yesterday.

Mon, 03 Aug, 2009

Mourinho targets Champions League

Chelsea coach Jose Mourinho left London on a charity mission to Africa today after setting his sights on winning the Champions League next season.

Tue, 29 May, 2007

Irish troops play role in ex-warlord’s capture

ELITE Irish troops with the UN were involved in the capture and detention yesterday of former Liberian President Charles Taylor, while he was trying to flee from Nigeria.

Thu, 30 Mar, 2006

Nigeria: Four jailed for kidnapping oil workers

A Nigerian court today handed down prison sentences to four men for the 2005 kidnapping of two British oil workers, the prosecution said.

Mon, 06 Feb, 2006

Do not take us lightly, Kanu warns Sven

Arsenal striker Kanu has warned England coach Sven-Goran Eriksson to write off Nigeria at his peril ahead of their World Cup clash next month.

Fri, 17 May, 2002

Nigerian prince speaks at Damilola's funeral

The Nigerian High Commissioner has addressed the congregation at Damilola Taylor's funeral is south-east London.

Thu, 18 Jan, 2001