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Nigeria is a federal constitutional republic in West Africa. With a population of over 225 million, it is the most populous country in Africa. Despite having the highest African GDP, Nigeria faces many security threats.

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Ruanda Kigali Stadtansicht Alltag

Smart cities for Africa

Africa is leading the global population growth. Some countries have introduced smart cities for rapid urbanization.

A group of people run with trash bags

A group of people run with trash bags

Young Nigerians 'plogging' to clean up environment

In Nigeria, "plogging" — a combination of jogging and litter picking — is rapidly gaining popularity.

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DW Sendung The 77 Percent | #224

The 77 Percent - Sports betting

The 77 Percent meets young African betters who talk about the highs and lows of gambling.

Nigeria Fall Massenentführung der Chibok-Schulmädchen

Nigeria Fall Massenentführung der Chibok-Schulmädchen

Is Nigeria doing enough to protect the youth?

The 77 Percent uncovers the profound challenges faced by Nigeria's youth.

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DW Sendung The 77 Percent | #224

Bad bets: How gambling is pushing Nigerians to the brink

In Nigeria, lack of regulation on sports betting is draining bank accounts and pushing young people towards addiction.

Displaced Nigerian children find joy in football therapy

Football is helping internally displaced kids deal with trauma and also develop their skills in the sport.

A truck carrying security force members in Kankara, Nigeria

A truck carrying security force members in Kankara, Nigeria

Nigeria: Series of blasts kill at least 18

A series of suspected suicide bombings killed at least 18 and injured several others in northern Nigeria.

A man sits on a chair in his studio, speaking to the camera, surrounded by artwork and supplies

A man sits on a chair in his studio, speaking to the camera, surrounded by artwork and supplies

A canvas for human-wildlife conflict

Chuma Anagbado combines woodwork with high-precision technology and an unparalleled passion for innovation.

Oil refinery and petrochemical installations in Nigeria

Oil refinery and petrochemical installations in Nigeria

Why Nigeria's largest refinery is importing US oil

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery — the largest in Africa — was supposed to stop Nigeria’s reliance on imported crude oil

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African or Western culture — what do Nigerian teens prefer?

Here's what teens in Nigeria told our GirlZOffMute reporter, Angel Unigwe, about which culture they prefer and why.

o women buy mobile phone cards from a stall close to sewage water in Abuja, Nigeria

o women buy mobile phone cards from a stall close to sewage water in Abuja, Nigeria

Nigeria: Cholera spreads as EU launches Africa vaccine drive

A deadly outbreak of cholera in the Nigerian state of Lagos has killed at least 21 people.

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DW "Eco Africa" Sendungslogo mit Partnerlogos (Composite)

Eco Africa — The Environment Magazine

A singer speaking up in Burkina Faso. Using sewage water to make beer. Replacing plastic with leaves.

Sendung The 77 Percent Alkoholismus

Sendung The 77 Percent Alkoholismus

This is why we drink alcohol – or don’t

We meet young people in Ghana and Nigeria on a night out and ask them what they think about alcohol.

Nigeria's president Bola Tinubu giving a speech in 2023

Nigeria's president Bola Tinubu giving a speech in 2023

The Flip Side: Why change old African national anthems?

Nigeria's return to its old anthem has caused fierce debate. But is parting with old anthems a good idea?

Russian soldiers line up during an opening ceremony of the memorial to Russian service members killed during Russia-Ukraine conflict, in Yevpatoriya, Crimea February 22, 2024

Russian soldiers line up during an opening ceremony of the memorial to Russian service members killed during Russia-Ukraine conflict, in Yevpatoriya, Crimea February 22, 2024

Russia denies coercing Nigerian students to fight in Ukraine

Moscow has refuted a report that Nigerian students were "forced" to fight in Ukraine or face deportation from Russia.

People participate in a skipping rope event

People participate in a skipping rope event

Skipping rope in Nigeria spurs philanthropy

A community in Nigeria's Kano state is using the activity of skipping rope to raise funds for vulnerable people.

Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu addresses the nation.

Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu addresses the nation.

AfricaLink News: 12 June 2024

Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu vows to continue economic reforms +++ EU considers taxes on Chinese electric cars

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77_StreetDebate_Japa_Bild

The 77 Percent - The Magazine for Africa's Youth

In this week's show, Edith Kimani finds out what is driving Nigerian professionals to ‘japa’.

A hand holds Nigerian Naira bank notes

A hand holds Nigerian Naira bank notes

How Nigerians can equitably benefit from oil wealth

DW's Josey Mahachi talks to economists Prof. Lord Mensah in Ghana and Edmilson Angelo in Angola on this crucial topic.

Members of Motherland Berlin SC posing for a team photo, dressed in bright yellow shirts

Members of Motherland Berlin SC posing for a team photo, dressed in bright yellow shirts

Berlin football club gives opportunities to African players

The Motherland Berlin SC is a new football club in Berlin that wants to give players from Africa a chance.

An employee works at a multi-purpose warehouse of e-commerce company Jumia in Lagos

An employee works at a multi-purpose warehouse of e-commerce company Jumia in Lagos

Africa sees rise in e-commerce, digital marketplace

As online shopping grows across Africa, how can the continent unlock its e-commerce potential?

A view of the city of Abuja, Nigeria, from beyond the trees and into the distance, the hills

A view of the city of Abuja, Nigeria, from beyond the trees and into the distance, the hills

How Nigerians feel about 'new' national anthem

To mark his first year in office, Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has brought back a former national anthem.

Großbritannien | Gedenkveranstaltung zum 80. Jahrestag des D-Day im englischen Portsmouth

Großbritannien | Gedenkveranstaltung zum 80. Jahrestag des D-Day im englischen Portsmouth

AfricaLink News bulletin: 06 June 2024

Veterans mark 80th anniversary of D-Day in France ++150 killed in central Sudan+++Nigeria: Gold miners remain trapped

Afrimaxx Magazin | Victoria Falana

Afrimaxx Magazin | Victoria Falana

The musician to go one step further than Burna Boy

Victoria Falana is a musician from Canada with roots that hail all the way to Nigeria.

A security guard sits beside a banner of the National Labour Congress who called a protest on Monday

A security guard sits beside a banner of the National Labour Congress who called a protest on Monday

Nigeria: Can unions secure a wage deal before Monday?

Nigerian unions have suspended a nationwide strike to allow for more wage talks with the government.

Nigeria's military seizes several drums of petroleum products during a raid on illegal refineries in Niger Delta, Nigeria

Nigeria's military seizes several drums of petroleum products during a raid on illegal refineries in Niger Delta, Nigeria

What is Nigeria doing to stop chronic oil theft?

Nigeria relies on crude oil for about 90% of foreign exchange income, but massive oil theft is draining its revenue.

Bell peppers being diced on a wooden chopping board

Bell peppers being diced on a wooden chopping board

Nigeria: How a blind chef uses her senses to cook

Halima Jibrin, a visually impaired chef from Nigeria, has unique cooking style that relies on all her senses.

A worker stands behind a chained airport gate in Nigeria on June 3, 2024

A worker stands behind a chained airport gate in Nigeria on June 3, 2024

Nigeria: Electric grid crippled as workers go on strike

After two major trade unions called for an open-ended strike, Nigeria's electricity supply and air travel collapsed.

A young man stands next to a city highway

A young man stands next to a city highway

Young Nigerian polyglot speaks seven languages

Ibrahim Ajayi Bayom speaks seven languages, and is learning even more. He practices in Lagos and with friends online.

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DW Beitragsstill | Intelligente Brillengläser für Sehgeschädigte

Nigeria: Smart glasses for the visually impaired

Innovative glasses made by a teenager aim to change a Nigerian community populated by visually impaired people.

Afrimaxx | Nigeria | Jollof Reis

Afrimaxx | Nigeria | Jollof Reis

Why Nigerian jollof rice is the best in Africa

All over West Africa, people are arguing about who makes the best Jollof rice.

Many Africans with albinism suffer discrimination, but one Nollywood actor is hoping to change that.

Many Africans with albinism suffer discrimination, but one Nollywood actor is hoping to change that.

Actor with albinism breaks barriers in Nigeria's Nollywood

Many Africans with albinism suffer discrimination, but one Nollywood actor is hoping to change that.

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DW Sendung The 77 Percent | Fatou Ellika Muloshi

Languages

This week, The 77 Percent is focusing on languages. Don't miss out on this linguistic journey!

Men hold a large poster with photos of missing girls.

Men hold a large poster with photos of missing girls.

Nigeria: Who's behind the kidnappings and what do they want?

Nigeria is one of the world's kidnapping hot spots. DW explains who carries out the abductions and who the victims are.

Woman in a doctor's office in Nairobi, Kenya

Woman in a doctor's office in Nairobi, Kenya

Diabetes is treatable — but in Africa, it's still deadly

Diabetes is surging in sub-Saharan Africa. Though treatment is available, many cannot afford it.

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DW Sendung Afrimaxx

Afrimaxx - Modern African Lifestyle

The strongest woman in Kenya, perfumes from South African botanicals and a Nigerian scrap sculptor.

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DW Afrimaxx | Dotun Popoola, Schrottkünstler aus Nigeria

The Nigerian scrap sculptor

He welds and forges, combining scrap metal and old traditions, huge, colorful and unique.

Nigeria | Bayelsa Ölverschmutzung

Nigeria | Bayelsa Ölverschmutzung

AfricaLink on Air - 20 May 2024

Tackling oil theft in Nigeria's Niger Delta+++Contraceptives use on the rise in Zambia

Bills of Nigeria's Naira stacked on top of each other

Bills of Nigeria's Naira stacked on top of each other

How effective is a new African currency at easing inflation?

Zimbabwe and Nigeria recently introduced new currencies to help fight inflation. But does it really work?

Yusuf Zakariya Alkanawi sits on a carpet with an inkpot and document in front of him.

Yusuf Zakariya Alkanawi sits on a carpet with an inkpot and document in front of him.

Nigerian creates new Hausa language script

Yusuf Zakariya Alkanawi has created a new script for the Hausa language different from Ajami and Latin.

Kids playing a new app called 'GreenQuest' aiming to get kids engaged with climate issues and waste problems.

Kids playing a new app called 'GreenQuest' aiming to get kids engaged with climate issues and waste problems.

GreenQuest: A game raising climate awareness

In Nigeria, a new app aims to get kids engaged with climate issues.

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DW Sendung The 77 Percent | 217

The 77 Percent - The Magazine for Africa's Youth

Grab your popcorn and strap in for an episode on Africa’s thriving movie business! We meet Nollywood’s special effects master, Hakeem, and Ghanaian skit-king Jeffrey Nortey. We also join the creators of Nigeria’s Jagaban web series on set, and find out how African actors, film producers and industry insiders are adapting to the fast-changing movie business.

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DW Sendung The 77 Percent | 217

The dark side of Nollywood

Nollywood, Nigeria's booming film industry, has been struggling with a dark side exposed by the tragic death of an actor

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DW Sendung The 77 Percent | 217

Making Nigeria's popular web series 'Jagaban'

Richard and Miracle Nkanta reveal their relentless movie making efforts, and what it took to make "Jagaban" a success.

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DW Sendung The 77 Percent | 217

Hakeem Onilogbo: Nollywood's special effects master

Hakeem Onilogbo has made Nollywood shine with his special effects expertise, which has won him praise and admiration.

DW Afrimaxx | Yoruba-Hüte aus Nigeria

DW Afrimaxx | Yoruba-Hüte aus Nigeria

All you need to know about Yoruba caps

Everyone knows the Yoruba caps, but do you know the secret of how to wear them?

Nigerian investigative journalist Daniel Ojukwu in an undated photo

Nigerian investigative journalist Daniel Ojukwu in an undated photo

Nigeria: Rights groups demand release of detained journalist

Investigative journalist Daniel Ojukwu has been held without trial for a week after writing on government corruption.

Deutschland München 2024 | Sichergestellte Asservate | Razzia gegen nigerianische "Black Axe"-Mafia

Deutschland München 2024 | Sichergestellte Asservate | Razzia gegen nigerianische "Black Axe"-Mafia

Are African mafia ruining the name of migrants in Europe?

Who are the Black Axes and how wide is the web of African organized crime in Europe?

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Tschad Wahlen | N'Djamena

Why Chad's election is so critical to Sahel stability

Chad tries to transition back to civilian rule as West frets over the trajectory of their last ally in the Sahel.

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Cyberkriminalität | Symbolbild

How to spot online fraudsters

An expert reveals how to spoil scamming schemes and shield yourself from fraud.