NIGERIA

When we picture engines of economic growth and job creation, we tend to think of large multinational companies and global brands. Yet, in emerging and developing economies, it is primarily …

The setting is Odighi – a village in Southwest Nigeria. It seems like yesterday—walking barefoot along winding narrow footpaths lined with shrubs, damp with early morning dew brushing cold and …

Nigeria were the standout performers on Day 2 of the African Athletics Championships 2026, winning six medals on Wednesday (13 May) in Accra, Ghana. World record holder Tobi Amusan led the charge with …

Abuja, Nigeria, April 7, 2026 – Nigeria has made meaningful progress in restoring macroeconomic stability, but inclusive growth must accelerate substantially to improve livelihoods—this partly depends on how effectively it invests …

WASHINGTON D.C., March 30, 2026 – The World Bank has approved a $500 million International Development Association (IDA) credit for the Nigeria Sustainable Agricultural Value-Chains for Growth (AGROW) Project, aimed at increasing …

The strikes thrust Nigeria’s long-running sectarian bloodshed into the global spotlight – and revived claims that a “Christian genocide” is unfolding in Africa’s most populous country. But in an interview, …

Nigeria’s inspirational head coach has his eyes focused on delivering Nigeria’s first AFCON title since 2013 Pictures of a distraught Eric Chelle crouching in his technical area were shared widely after his Mali side …

The Super Eagles cruised to a 2-0 victory in Marrakech, reaching the Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals for a record 17th time. Read on for reaction from head coach Eric …

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Two of the most in-form teams at the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 will fight for a place in the semi-finals as 2019 champions Algeria face three-time winners Nigeria in …