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Boko Haram Resurgence in Borno State, Nigeria
Boko Haram fighters staged a series of attacks in Nigeria's Borno state, seizing some areas, prompting Governor Babagana Zulum to call for more military aid while the government downplays the threat, despite a 15-year insurgency causing over 40,000 deaths and displacing over two million people.
Boko Haram Resurgence in Borno State, Nigeria
Boko Haram fighters staged a series of attacks in Nigeria's Borno state, seizing some areas, prompting Governor Babagana Zulum to call for more military aid while the government downplays the threat, despite a 15-year insurgency causing over 40,000 deaths and displacing over two million people.
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40% Bias Score
\"Internet Access Reduces Female Genital Mutilation in Nigeria\"\
A recent study in Nigeria reveals that increased access to the internet, specifically 3G technology, has reduced female genital mutilation (FGM) by approximately 30%, primarily by challenging cultural norms around female sexuality and premarital sex, thereby undermining the rationale for FGM.
\"Internet Access Reduces Female Genital Mutilation in Nigeria\"\
A recent study in Nigeria reveals that increased access to the internet, specifically 3G technology, has reduced female genital mutilation (FGM) by approximately 30%, primarily by challenging cultural norms around female sexuality and premarital sex, thereby undermining the rationale for FGM.
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48% Bias Score
UK Visa Fraud: Recruitment Agents Exploit Care Worker Shortage
A BBC investigation exposed a fraudulent scheme where recruitment agents, including a Nigerian doctor, charged significant fees to foreign care workers for non-existent jobs in the UK, exploiting the country's visa system; this led to the revocation of several sponsorship licenses and revealed syste...
UK Visa Fraud: Recruitment Agents Exploit Care Worker Shortage
A BBC investigation exposed a fraudulent scheme where recruitment agents, including a Nigerian doctor, charged significant fees to foreign care workers for non-existent jobs in the UK, exploiting the country's visa system; this led to the revocation of several sponsorship licenses and revealed syste...
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40% Bias Score
Nigerian Mother's Regret: Skin-Lightening Creams Harm Children
In Kano, Nigeria, a mother used skin-lightening creams on her six children, causing burns and discoloration, highlighting the widespread and dangerous practice of skin lightening in Nigeria, fueled by cultural preferences and family pressure, resulting in severe health and social consequences for he...
Nigerian Mother's Regret: Skin-Lightening Creams Harm Children
In Kano, Nigeria, a mother used skin-lightening creams on her six children, causing burns and discoloration, highlighting the widespread and dangerous practice of skin lightening in Nigeria, fueled by cultural preferences and family pressure, resulting in severe health and social consequences for he...
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36% Bias Score
British Boarding Schools Expand to Nigeria
Prestigious British boarding schools are establishing campuses in Lagos, Nigeria, providing a British curriculum at significantly lower costs than in the UK, driven by rising UK tuition fees, stricter visa regulations, and the desire of Nigerian parents to provide international-standard education wh...
British Boarding Schools Expand to Nigeria
Prestigious British boarding schools are establishing campuses in Lagos, Nigeria, providing a British curriculum at significantly lower costs than in the UK, driven by rising UK tuition fees, stricter visa regulations, and the desire of Nigerian parents to provide international-standard education wh...
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64% Bias Score
12 Cameroonian Soldiers Killed in Nigeria Jihadist Attack
On March 24-25, 2024, near Fotokol, Cameroon, jihadist terrorists attacked a Multinational Joint Task Force post in Wulgo, northeastern Nigeria, killing 12 Cameroonian soldiers and wounding many more; the incident underscores ongoing challenges in combating the Lake Chad Basin insurgency.
12 Cameroonian Soldiers Killed in Nigeria Jihadist Attack
On March 24-25, 2024, near Fotokol, Cameroon, jihadist terrorists attacked a Multinational Joint Task Force post in Wulgo, northeastern Nigeria, killing 12 Cameroonian soldiers and wounding many more; the incident underscores ongoing challenges in combating the Lake Chad Basin insurgency.
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48% Bias Score
Over 60 Killed in Nigeria Attacks Amidst Growing Insecurity"
Over 60 people have been killed in attacks across Nigeria in the past week, with the worst incident occurring in Plateau State where over 50 people were killed and 1,000 displaced. Bandits also killed at least six and abducted 53 in Katsina, while 16 died in an attack in Kebbi State. Experts point t...
Over 60 Killed in Nigeria Attacks Amidst Growing Insecurity"
Over 60 people have been killed in attacks across Nigeria in the past week, with the worst incident occurring in Plateau State where over 50 people were killed and 1,000 displaced. Bandits also killed at least six and abducted 53 in Katsina, while 16 died in an attack in Kebbi State. Experts point t...
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52% Bias Score
Americans Plead Guilty in Sextortion Scheme Leading to Teen Suicide
Five Americans pleaded guilty to money laundering in a Nigerian sextortion scheme that resulted in a Michigan teenager's suicide; the scheme involved blackmail and threats using explicit images, highlighting the devastating consequences of online sextortion.
Americans Plead Guilty in Sextortion Scheme Leading to Teen Suicide
Five Americans pleaded guilty to money laundering in a Nigerian sextortion scheme that resulted in a Michigan teenager's suicide; the scheme involved blackmail and threats using explicit images, highlighting the devastating consequences of online sextortion.
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20% Bias Score
14 Arrested After Mob Killing in Uromi, Nigeria
Following the mob killing of travelers in Uromi, Edo State, Nigeria on March 27, 2024, 14 suspects were arrested and transferred to Abuja for investigation; Edo State Governor Okpebholo suspended the head of the state security corps and all illegal vigilante groups; President Tinubu condemned the at...
14 Arrested After Mob Killing in Uromi, Nigeria
Following the mob killing of travelers in Uromi, Edo State, Nigeria on March 27, 2024, 14 suspects were arrested and transferred to Abuja for investigation; Edo State Governor Okpebholo suspended the head of the state security corps and all illegal vigilante groups; President Tinubu condemned the at...
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44% Bias Score
Niger Withdraws from Lake Chad Anti-Jihadist Force
Niger withdrew from the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) on March 29, 2025, to enhance the protection of its northern oil fields threatened by armed groups; this follows strained relations with Nigeria and a broader weakening of the regional anti-jihadist coalition.
Niger Withdraws from Lake Chad Anti-Jihadist Force
Niger withdrew from the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) on March 29, 2025, to enhance the protection of its northern oil fields threatened by armed groups; this follows strained relations with Nigeria and a broader weakening of the regional anti-jihadist coalition.
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36% Bias Score
Wife of Ex-Rivers Official Raises Alarm After Husband's Allegations Against Governor
On March 29, 2025, Florence Nwaeke, wife of former Rivers State Head of Service George Nwaeke, publicly appealed for help after her husband appeared in a video alleging bribery and violence by Governor Sim Fubara, who denies the claims and released WhatsApp chats suggesting Nwaeke sought money.
Wife of Ex-Rivers Official Raises Alarm After Husband's Allegations Against Governor
On March 29, 2025, Florence Nwaeke, wife of former Rivers State Head of Service George Nwaeke, publicly appealed for help after her husband appeared in a video alleging bribery and violence by Governor Sim Fubara, who denies the claims and released WhatsApp chats suggesting Nwaeke sought money.
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56% Bias Score
Speeding Driver Jailed After Fatal Glasgow Crash
On February 2, 2023, in Glasgow, Akbar Razaq, driving at 60mph in a 30mph zone, caused a fatal accident killing Chinenye Okonkwo, a 33-year-old student, after his Audi struck another car, mounted the pavement and hit her; Razaq pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving and awaits sentenci...
Speeding Driver Jailed After Fatal Glasgow Crash
On February 2, 2023, in Glasgow, Akbar Razaq, driving at 60mph in a 30mph zone, caused a fatal accident killing Chinenye Okonkwo, a 33-year-old student, after his Audi struck another car, mounted the pavement and hit her; Razaq pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving and awaits sentenci...
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48% Bias Score
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