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Oil Spills in Nigeria Could Kill 16,000 Babies a Year
The West African country has been blighted by thousands of spills in recent years.
How Nigeria Can Cure Its Oil Addiction
The West African state is overly reliant on oil. Natural gas reserves and a youthful population may help it diversify.
Is Nigeria's Lagos Really That Bad?
The Nigerian megacity ranked just above the Syrian capital in a recent report. But with a booming economy and young population, is Lagos really that bad?
The Worst Country at Fighting Inequality: Nigeria
More than 100 million Nigerians live on less than $1 per day, while a wealthy fraction benefits from massive oil reserves.
Nigeria's Oil Militants: 'We'll Give Peace A Chance'
Nigeria slipped into recession in 2016 after militants blew up oil facilities. But the government is trying to negotiate peace.
Why U.S. Businesses Should Invest in Nigeria: Minister
Nigeria's trade minister says the country could be a springboard for U.S. businesses in Africa, predicting good relations under President Trump.
How the U.K. Allowed a Nigerian Warlord to Get Warships
Norway sold seven decommissioned warships to a militant leader in Nigeria's oil basin, and the U.K. facilitated the sale.
NIgeria Vice-President: 'Stop Praying, Start Working'
Christian pastor Yemi Osinbajo is Nigeria's acting president while Muhammadu Buhari is on sick leave.
Who is the Nigerian Muslim Emir in a Corruption Probe?
He is Nigeria's second-highest Islamic authority and he denies misusing state funds on Rolls Royces and mobile phone bills.
U.K. Court Dismisses Nigerian Villagers in Shell Case
Villagers in the Niger Delta wanted to sue the petroleum company in London, not Nigeria.
Nigeria's Development Guru Joining the U.N.
Incoming U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres has appointed Mohammed as his second-in-command.
Niger Delta Avengers Back Government Negotiations
The group also said it would continue with an "unannounced ceasefire."
Nigeria Needs Economic Reforms to Finish Boko Haram
Economics, not ideology, is the driving force behind Nigeria's Islamist insurgency.
Nigeria's Economy 'Technically in Recession': Minister
The West African country has been hit hard by falling oil prices and low production.
Niger Delta Avengers Threaten Secession From Nigeria
"Don't wait until we go the way of Sudan," the militant group warned.
Nigeria: President Buhari Cancels Trip to Niger Delta
The oil-producing region has been the site of multiple attacks by a militant group in recent months.
Nigeria No Longer Africa's Top Oil Producer
Production has dropped by 800,000 barrels as militants force oil facilities to shut down.
Nigeria: Unions Threaten Strikes Over Fuel Price Hike
Petrol prices have risen by 66 percent after Nigeria's government removed a fuel subsidy.
Nigeria Removes Fuel Subsidy, Petrol Prices Rise 66%
Petrol prices will increase by two-thirds, but the government hopes it will resolve a severe fuel shortage.
Nigeria: Major Gas Facility Won't Be Repaired Until May
Power outages and long queues for fuel have been seen as militants sabotage oil pipelines.
Nigeria: Buhari to Fight Oil Vandals 'Like Boko Haram'
The West African country is experiencing a fuel shortage as militants attack pipelines.
Three Killed in Niger Delta Oil Pipeline Explosion
The region's pipelines often need repair due to sabotage by militants.
Nigerian Senate Summons Minister Over Fuel Shortage
People are waiting for hours to get gas in the West African country.
Nigeria: Rivers State Rerun Election Results Suspended
At least four people were killed during an election rerun in the oil-producing state.
Nigeria: Oil Strike Suspended as Unions Reassured
Nigeria has struggled to meet demand for petrol after attacks on oil pipelines.
Nigerian Oil Workers Strike As State Corp Reorganises
The strike could lead to fuel shortages in Nigeria, where people are already queuing for hours to get gas.
Nigeria Reopens Oil Refinery Following Militant Attacks
Two of Nigeria's four state-run refineries remain closed due to attacks on oil pipelines.
Niger Delta Communities Sue Shell Over Oil Spills
The oil giant agreed an $84 million settlement with another Niger Delta community in 2015.
Nigeria Shuts Two Oil Refineries As Militancy Looms
A Nigerian court ordered the arrest of an ex-militant kingpin, prompting a spate of attacks on oil pipelines.
Is Militancy Returning to the Niger Delta?
One of Nigeria's main oil-producing regions is looking increasingly unstable.