Video - Nigerian artist transforms ordinary clay into intricate works of art

In his Lagos studio, Nigerian artist Emmanuel Olatunde is transforming the way portraits are painted, using clay sourced from the earth beneath his feet. The 39-year-old artist has developed a unique technique that turns natural clay into paint, using his background in science and his passion for art.

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Video - Nigeria expands army to strengthen security

President Bola Tinubu has approved a major expansion of Nigeria's army as the country steps up efforts to tackle persistent security threats. Retired military officers and security experts say the move could strengthen rapid response capabilities, but stress that better training, troop welfare and modern equipment are equally critical.

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Video - Nigeria launches $552 million drive to improve learning outcomes for 29 million children

Nigeria is partnering with the World Bank on a $500 million program aimed at reducing the number of out-of-school children and improving access to quality education. The initiative will focus on expanding access to classrooms, strengthening teacher training and improving learning outcomes as the country works to address one of its biggest education challenges.

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Video - Nigerian animator pioneers stop-motion filmmaking

Nigerian filmmaker Esther Kemi is helping expand the country's animation industry through stop-motion filmmaking and creative technology training. She has also mentored young creatives and developing locally made tools for professional animation production.

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Video - Nigeria dismantles its largest meth lab as Mexican cartel push into country

On July 29th, Nigerian law enforcement dismantled a meth lab left behind in an abandoned shed -- remnants of an alleged multimillion-dollar transnational meth operation. The lab, the largest of its kind ever discovered in Nigeria, sat on an acre of land in a forest that straddles the border of Abidagba and Iroto villages.

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Video - Nigerian judge kidnapped from his home by unknown gunmen has been freed

Faruku Hassan Bunza, a Nigerian judge abducted from his home in Bunza town by unidentified gunmen on July 26, has been freed, police said on August 3. Kidnappings are routinely used by criminal groups in Nigeria to secure lucrative ransom payments from either the government or victims' families. The exact details of Bunza's release were not immediately clear, and the attackers remain at large.

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Video - China's zero-tariff policy opens opportunities for Nigerian exports

China's expanded zero-tariff access is Nigeria's opportunity to balance the scales by aggressively scaling up non-oil export values. However, severe structural bottlenecks, such as chronic power outages and rural insecurity, continue to affect local industries and constrain the country's export potential.

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Video - Second-chance education opens new doors for Nigerian women

Nigerian women who left school because of marriage, poverty or other challenges are returning to education through second-chance and accelerated-learning programmes. Despite barriers including childcare responsibilities and financial hardship, the initiatives are helping participants gain qualifications, skills and new career opportunities.

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Video - Nigeria turns to technology to modernize livestock industry

New online platforms are connecting producers, traders, processors and buyers to improve efficiency and unlock more value across one of Africa's largest livestock industries. The platforms aim to create a more structured supply chain by providing verified information that helps buyers and sellers make better-informed decisions.

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Video - Court visits jungle lab at center of Nigeria's biggest meth bust

A Nigerian court visited a clandestine methamphetamine laboratory in Ogun State, the country's largest-ever drug bust, as lawyers and the accused gathered on-site to examine chemicals, equipment, and other evidence cited in the prosecution's case.

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Video - Rising food insecurity is pushing more children into malnutrition in northern Nigeria

Communities in northern Nigeria are facing a growing nutrition crisis, as health workers report an increase in child malnutrition linked to worsening food insecurity. The country's economic hardship, compounded by global shocks and rising food prices associated with the conflict in the Middle East, is leaving many families unable to afford adequate meals.

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Video - 'We're living in fear': 19 million children in Nigeria are out of school to avoid kidnappings

The 46 children and teachers that were abducted on May 15th in southwestern state of Oyo were rescued and reunited with their families on July 10th. Since the dramatic abduction of the Chibok schoolgirls in 2014, Nigeria has been hit with waves of mass kidnappings from schools. 27% of children in Nigeria are out of school, one of the highest rates in the world. The threat of abduction serves as one of the biggest obstacles to children pursuing their education.

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Video - Nigerian artist uses AI to preserve Africa's oral histories

Nigerian artist Malika Afegbua is using artificial intelligence to preserve Africa's oral histories, languages and traditions through his Legacy Link project. The initiative captures the voices and memories of elders to ensure their stories live on for future generations. It builds on his earlier Elders Series, which celebrated Africa's elderly through AI-generated art.

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Video - Nigeria’s AI pioneer builds a university for the future

Artificial intelligence is transforming industries around the world, from agriculture to healthcare, driving innovation and economic growth. In Nigeria, one young entrepreneur is embracing that future by founding a university dedicated entirely to AI, aiming to equip the next generation with the skills to lead the digital revolution.

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Video - Community complains of toxic flammable gas leaks in Nigeria's Niger Delta

In Nigeria, residents in the Niger Delta town of Billé have taken to the streets to demand government action over catastrophic pollution. For several months, the community has complained of toxic, flammable gas leaking from the ground, contaminating water and destroying aquatic life – which the people rely upon for their livelihood. It's the latest in a long series of environmental disasters in the Niger Delta, which have largely been blamed on Western oil companies. Report by FRANCE 24 correspondent Sam Olukoya.

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Video - Nigeria investors transform mini-buses to solar

In northern Nigeria, locally converted electric minibuses are offering residents a more affordable alternative as rising fuel prices and the high cost of living put pressure on household budgets. The growing use of electric public transport is helping drivers cut operating costs while giving passengers a cheaper way to travel, reflecting a broader shift toward cost-effective mobility solutions.

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Video - Severe flooding in West Africa sparks food shortages and rising prices in Lagos

Severe flooding continues to wreak havoc across West Africa, damaging homes, businesses and farmland. In Nigeria's commercial capital, Lagos, disrupted food supplies are driving up market prices, forcing many families to tighten their budgets as recovery efforts continue.

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Nigeria turns to Chinese solar solutions as Kano battles chronic power shortages

Kano, northern Nigeria's commercial hub, requires about 600 megawatts of electricity each day but receives only around 180 megawatts from the national grid. Some Chinese companies have stepped in to fill this void by supplying solar products to the ancient city. Many residents and business operators say it's a welcome addition to the energy mix.

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Video - Outrage ignites in Nigeria following latest kidnapping in Borno state

At least 37 people, most of them children, remain missing after gunmen abducted them from a school in northeastern Nigeria. The attackers, believed to be from the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), raided a school in Borno State on Monday. The incident has sparked outrage, with parents calling for the immediate release of their children.

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Video - Nigerian Power Minister praises China's 'remarkable' development

Nigeria's Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, has described China's development achievements under the leadership of the Communist Party of China as remarkable on a global scale. He praised China's progress in the power sector and expressed Nigeria's commitment to strengthening cooperation with Chinese enterprises to help address the country's electricity shortages and improve its energy infrastructure.

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