Nigerians hang on to hope of 2026 World Cup reprieve
There is a mix of hope and frustration as Nigeria supporters await Fifa's decision on allegations that DR Congo fielded…
South African farmers fear devastation as foot-and-mouth takes hold
The peace of lush, rural landscape in South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal province disguises the anxiety that is stalking the land. This…
Chad shuts border with Sudan in bid to stop conflict spreading
Chad closed its eastern border with Sudan "until further notice" on Monday saying the move was needed to stop repeated…
Russian soldiers tell BBC they saw fellow troops executed on commanders’ orders
Four Russian soldiers have exposed the horror and brutality of conditions on their side of the front lines in Ukraine,…
‘The optics are terrible’: wedding guest list in spotlight as violence grips swathes of Nigeria
It has been described as Nigeria’s wedding of the year – and it is only February. This month, five sons…
Police arrest four suspects, gang leader dead – IGP reveals
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has announced the arrest of four individuals in connection with a fatal…