Dailymail news on nigeria

Here are some recent news articles from the Daily Mail on Nigeria:

  1. Nigeria's 'SARS' police unit accused of brutality and murder (October 2020)

The Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) in Nigeria has been accused of widespread human rights abuses, including torture, murder, and extortion. The unit has been the subject of widespread protests and calls for reform.

  1. Nigeria's economy in crisis as oil prices plummet (March 2020)

Nigeria's economy is facing a severe crisis due to the sharp decline in oil prices, which has led to a shortage of foreign exchange and a rise in inflation. The country is heavily reliant on oil exports, which account for over 90% of its foreign exchange earnings.

  1. Nigeria's Boko Haram crisis: 'Thousands of children' kidnapped and forced to fight (February 2020)

The Boko Haram insurgency in northeastern Nigeria has led to the kidnapping and forced recruitment of thousands of children, many of whom are being used as fighters or suicide bombers. The crisis has displaced millions of people and caused widespread humanitarian suffering.

  1. Nigeria's president Muhammadu Buhari under pressure to tackle corruption (January 2020)

President Muhammadu Buhari is facing growing pressure to tackle corruption in Nigeria, which has been a major obstacle to economic development and stability. The country has been ranked as one of the most corrupt in the world, with many officials and politicians accused of embezzling public funds.

  1. Nigeria's 'Yahoo Boys' gang accused of fraud and cybercrime (December 2019)

A gang of Nigerian fraudsters, known as the "Yahoo Boys", has been accused of defrauding thousands of people around the world using sophisticated cybercrime techniques. The gang has been linked to a number of high-profile fraud cases, including the theft of millions of dollars from a US-based company.

  1. Nigeria's election crisis: 'Violence and intimidation' reported as polls open (February 2019)

Nigeria's presidential election was marred by reports of violence and intimidation, with many voters unable to cast their ballots due to security concerns. The election was seen as a major test of democracy in the country, which has a history of political instability and violence.

  1. Nigeria's 'Lekki toll gate' protests: 'Thousands' take to the streets to demand justice (October 2018)

Thousands of people took to the streets of Lagos, Nigeria's largest city, to demand justice and accountability for the killing of several protesters at the Lekki toll gate. The protests were sparked by the death of a young man who was shot by police during a demonstration against the government's handling of the economy.

  1. Nigeria's 'Chibok girls' kidnapped by Boko Haram: 'Many' still missing (April 2018)

The kidnapping of over 270 schoolgirls by Boko Haram in Chibok, Nigeria, in 2014 remains one of the most high-profile cases of mass abduction in recent history. Many of the girls are still missing, and their families are still waiting for news of their fate.

  1. Nigeria's 'SARS' police unit accused of 'extrajudicial killings' (March 2018)

The Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) in Nigeria has been accused of carrying out extrajudicial killings, with many victims being shot or beaten to death by police officers. The unit has been the subject of widespread criticism and calls for reform.

  1. Nigeria's economy in crisis: 'Inflation soars' as currency plummets (February 2017)

Nigeria's economy was in crisis in 2017, with inflation soaring and the currency plummeting in value. The country was facing a severe economic crisis, which was exacerbated by a decline in oil prices and a lack of foreign investment.