US conducts airstrikes against ISIS targets in Nigeria’s Sokoto State
In November, Trump warned that the United States could deploy troops or launch airstrikes in Nigeria over the alleged persecution of Christians.
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Two Nigerians arrested in SA over rhino horn, lion and tiger bone seizure
The intelligence-driven operation began after a suspicious shipment, originally destined for Singapore, was intercepted and returned to its sender in South Africa.
Popular Nigerian actor Odira Nwobu found dead in South Africa
News of Odira Nwobu’s death spread quickly across social media after a blogger posted a video purportedly showing him lying motionless.
Nicki Minaj backs Trump’s warnings on Christian persecution in Nigeria
Donald Trump said the US could consider deploying troops or launching airstrikes in Nigeria to stop what he described as the killing of large numbers of Christians.
Trump says U.S. could send troops or launch airstrikes in Nigeria to protect Christians
The U.S. State Department has repeatedly listed Nigeria on its special watch list for severe violations of religious freedom.
South Africa and Nigeria removed from the Financial Action Task Force grey list in major development for Africa
Brand South Africa welcomed the removal, describing it as a defining moment for the country’s image, credibility, and economic trajectory.
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