A small town set amid a smattering of baobab trees is grappling with the aftermath of a bombing ordered by President Trump.

Boxer Anthony Joshua's driver was charged with "dangerous driving causing death" and driving without a license, among other charges.

Injured Blackburn defender Ryan Alebiosu misses Nigeria's win over Mozambique in the Africa Cup of Nations last 16.

Algeria beat DR Congo in extra time and will face Nigeria on Saturday in the quarterfinals of the Africa Cup of Nations.

Nigeria’s biggest tax overhaul in decades came into force on 1 January 2026, after four reform bills were signed into law in June 2025. The presidency has framed the package as a “once-in-a-generation” reset aimed at broadening the tax base, reducing overlap between agencies and making compliance more predictable, says Reuters.

Onyinyechi Basil, Miss Universe Nigeria, sheds light on her experience competing during the Miss Universe pageant amid mounting scandals. Onyinyechi

From 12 January, public and private schools "in safe and secure areas" will be allowed to reopen, Niger state's education ministry said in a statement. The decision follows security assessments and "extensive consultations" with security agencies, it added.

Evangelical Christians, including the Southern Baptist Convention, and other U.S. faith groups have sought intervention following persecution claims.