The United States has been conducting intelligence-gathering flights over large parts of Nigeria since late November.

Nigeria debuts as a heavy favorite against Tanzania in their AFCON opener in Fez. Get the preview, predicted lineups, and global TV/streaming details.

Nigeria is in advanced talks with Alphabet Inc.’s Google for a new undersea cable to strengthen the West African nation’s digital resilience, a senior government official said.

Iwobi rose through the ranks of Arsenal's academy to the first team, before moving on to Everton and now Fulham. He's made over 300 appearances in the Premier League, establishing himself as a versatile and consistent presence in top-flight football. He made his debut for the Super Eagles — Nigeria's football team — in 2015.

While religion plays a direct role, socio-economic issues are a significant factor contributing to the bloodshed in Nigeria, Brad Brandon says.

Ademola Lookman's second-half winner helped Nigeria overcome a Tanzania fightback and begin their Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a bright 2-1 Group C victory in Fes on Tuesday.

Armed men have kidnapped 28 people travelling to an annual Islamic event in Nigeria's central Plateau state, local sources have told the BBC. The victims, including women and children, were ambushed in their bus on Sunday night as it was driving between villages.