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Alleged Coup Plotters to appear in Abuja Court on April 22
USAfriccaonline.com: The government of Nigeria will drag 6 persons to Court to face the charges of "treasonable acts” and money laundering, for, allegedly conspiring to execute a military coup. …
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The United States announced it will enforce visa restrictions on individuals involved in religious persecution in Nigeria and other countries,…
Senegalese students clash with security forces over financial aid
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Gunman hijacks aid plane in South Sudan
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Gabon detains tourism minister over alleged $18M embezzlement
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Tinubu nominates Gen. Christopher Musa as new defence minister
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U.S. to prioritize economic growth during its G20 presidency
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