A Victim Of Sex Trafficking, Blessing Okoedion Now Works To Save Others
The Nigerian activist was honored by the U.S. State Department in June for her efforts to combat human trafficking in Italy and Nigeria.
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A Nigerian Photographer's Portraits Of The Mind
Etinosa Yvonne Osayimwen wants to show what's going on inside the heads of Nigerian survivors of violence. She layers their portraits with an image that reminds them of how their lives have changed.
Violent Clash Between Farmers And Herders Leaves At Least 70 Dead In Nigeria
The Sunday morning clash between Christian farmers and Muslim herders is the latest in an escalating conflict that has become as dangerous as the Boko Haram insurgency in the northeast.
One Woman's Facebook Success Story: A Support Group For 1.7 Million
Inspired by the kidnapping of Nigerian schoolgirls, Lola Omolola started a Facebook group that soared in size and quickly became a support network for women around the globe.
Italian Cops Try To Stop A Sex Trafficking Gang Called Black Axe
After years of battling the mafia, the authorities are now going after gangs that force migrants from Nigeria into sex work.
Twin Suicide Bombings In Northeast Nigeria Kill At Least 28 People
The blasts on Tuesday targeted worshippers at a mosque in the town of Mubi. No group has claimed responsibility, but the attack reportedly bears the hallmarks of Boko Haram militants.
Nigerians Praise, Pan And Poke Fun At Their President's Meeting With Trump
Trump's reference to the killing of Christians was a particular flash point in the conversations on the street and on Twitter.
Trump Deflects On Remarks About African Nations; Doesn't Apologize On Immigration
The president and Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari discussed trade and security issues — and Trump spoke of a possible meeting with North Korea's Kim Jong-un.
Used Cars Full Of Used Electronics Set Sail For Nigeria
And that's a problem. Because a lot of the electronics are busted. And disposing of them — and their toxic innards — is a health risk.
One Month After Abduction, Boko Haram Brings Home More Than 100 Dapchi Girls
Just one student who reportedly refused to convert to Islam from Christianity remains in captivity. 110 girls were snatched from their school in northeastern Nigeria on Feb. 19.