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Nigeria, officially the Federal Republic of Nigeria, is a country in West Africa and the most populous country on the continent.
Capital:
Abuja
Official language:
English
Population:
223 million (2023)
Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon lead African countries in US military naturalisations

Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon lead African countries in US military naturalisations
3,270 Nigerians gain U.S. citizenship through military service

3,270 Nigerians gain U.S. citizenship through military service
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Meet Olanike Balogun: The first female pilot in Nigeria Customs Service history
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Nigeria records over $3.6 billion trade surplus in third quarter of 2024 as exports surge
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South Africa offers Nigerians new 5-year visa
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How a Nigerian nurse faked a religious conversion to escape a 6-year captivity by Boko Haram
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Nigeria Roundup: Chidimma Adetshina, over 6 million displaced, petrol price surge
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Experts warn Nigeria’s population could hit 450 million by 2050
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From xenophobic attacks to Miss Universe: Chidimma Adetsina finds glory
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Nigeria Roundup: $10bn power investment, college students suspended for bullying, flood-induced hunger
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South Africa and UK celebrate partnership to enhance economic, security ties: Video
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Nigeria Roundup: Harassment of Nigerians in Libya, Bobrisky leaves Nigeria, swearing-in of ministers
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Mass arrests of Nigerians in Libya follow CAF ruling in AFCON dispute
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32 Nigerian minors charged with treason over 'End Bad Governance' protests
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Libya Roundup: Assault, oil production, Libya-Nigeria row aftermath
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Nigeria to launch four new satellites to boost space technology
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86 million Nigerians without electricity access – AfDB president
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Nigeria launches new malaria vaccine to combat widespread disease
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Nigerian team boycotts AFCON match, returns home after 'disgraceful' treatment in Lybia
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Nigerian Super Eagles refuse to play AFCON qualifier after 12 hours stuck at Libyan airport
Nigeria's 'twins capital' hosts annual festival to celebrate multiple births: Video

Nigeria's 'twins capital' hosts annual festival to celebrate multiple births: Video
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One in five people in Africa are hungry – World Bank Report says
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Lagos protesters voice anger and despair over Nigeria's economic hardship: Video
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Explainer: Nigerians take over the streets to protest on independence day
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How artists are transforming a Nigerian slum through dance festivals: Video
A Nigerian man has become the fourth person worldwide cured of HIV

A Nigerian man has become the fourth person worldwide cured of HIV
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Hundreds of inmates escape after flood waters hit Nigerian prison: Video
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How Nigeria’s sachet water industry is fueling a plastic waste disaster: Video
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Nigeria's vice president visits Borno flood victims, pledges support
Dam overflow in Nigerian's Borno State creates new crisis: Video

Dam overflow in Nigerian's Borno State creates new crisis: Video
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Nigerian powerlifter Folashade Oluwafemiayo breaks world record for Gold at 2024 Paralympics
Nigerian powerlifter Folashade Oluwafemiayo breaks world record for Gold at 2024 Paralympics
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Nigerian presidency denies ownership of yacht in France linked to Tinubu
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The future of agriculture in Nigeria - but where is the support?
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Nigerians voice growing despair over cost of living crisis, fuel shortage: Video
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'I will work on and see a therapist': Miss Universe Nigeria Chidimma says after Miss SA experience
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This aerospace student is behind Nigeria’s rising agricultural drone startup
Nigerian athlete Bolaji becomes first African to win badminton medal at Paralympics

Nigerian athlete Bolaji becomes first African to win badminton medal at Paralympics
Nigerians endure long queues at fuel stations due to shortage: Video

Nigerians endure long queues at fuel stations due to shortage: Video
Over 1,400 international students, including 161 Nigerians, denied entry to the UK between 2021 and 2023

Over 1,400 international students, including 161 Nigerians, denied entry to the UK between 2021 and 2023
Nigeria: Lagos turns to waterways to combat traffic congestion - Video

Nigeria: Lagos turns to waterways to combat traffic congestion - Video
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Nigeria Roundup: Mpox vaccines, money laundering, kidnapping
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Brazil's Catholic population falls to 57% as evangelical Christianity expands
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Flávio Bolsonaro arrives in Miami after leaving Brazil through Argentina and Ecuador
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Costa Rica transfers first 123 inmates to new mega-prison
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Trump calls Brazil election ‘terrible’ despite accepting Lula's victory
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Israel election deadlocked as opposition declares vote against Netanyahu
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‘The bad one leaves, someone worse comes’ - Gaza Palestinians reject hopes of change after Israel election
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Countries strengthen crisis plans as Europe steps up disaster readiness
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‘He who owes nothing, fears nothing’ - Lula slams Flavio Bolsonaro's exit to US
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Brazil election 2026: Lula gains ground across nearly all municipalities in runoff victory
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UN secretary-general race 2026: Rebeca Grynspan leads as veto threats block candidates
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The Brazilian lawmaker behind Lula’s digital army is taking his political influence beyond Brazil
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‘Victory is within reach’ - Ahmad Tibi vows to bring down Netanyahu's government
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‘Is that fair?’ - Putin challenges EU over green energy demands on developing nations
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‘Who will take responsibility?’ - October 7 families confront Netanyahu on Israel election day
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‘Politics is not a show’ - Delcy Rodriguez slams Maria Corina Machado's return
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Serbia election 2026: Student-led opposition secures parliamentary majority, defeats Vučić’s coalition
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Serbia election 2026: Student-led movement wins parliamentary majority, ending Vučić's grip on power
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Brazil election 2026: Lula overturns Flávio Bolsonaro's lead in more than 200 municipalities to win presidency
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Brazil election 2026 results: Lula defeats Flávio Bolsonaro with 51.8% of vote to secure fourth term
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China congratulates Lula on narrow Brazil election victory, pledges stronger ties
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‘Welcome home’ - Thousands cheer Maria Corina Machado's return to Venezuela
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‘Iran could destroy us’ - Netanyahu warns of nuclear threat ahead of Israel election
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Flávio Bolsonaro rejects Brazil election results, seeks annulment of Lula's victory
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Student-backed list claims victory in Serbia as Vucic concedes defeat
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How Axis powers reached their greatest territorial expansion during World War II in 1942
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Japan leads housing vacancy ranking as millions of homes remain empty worldwide
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'The era of Bibi is over!' - Tel Aviv rally demands Netanyahu's ouster
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Brazilians vote in Beijing amid concerns over China ties and social policies