Stories from Abuja · Nigeria

Nigeria is experiencing an increase in suspected Ebola cases, raising concerns about containment.

At least 42 children are reported missing following an attack on a school in Nigeria. Forty-two children are missing after a school attack in Nigeria. The source confirmed the number of missing children.

A joint counter-terrorism operation involving the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia has resulted in the death of a senior Islamic State commander in the Lake Chad Basin.

The Islamic State West Africa Province has been active for over a decade in northeast Nigeria, carrying out attacks on civilians, military bases, and communities. The group also abducts children and women. This region borders Nigeria, Chad, Niger, and Cameroon.

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has spoken about the nation's security situation. He linked a key figure to a school abduction. The military has identified this individual as a person of interest.

US President Donald Trump announced the death of a wanted terrorist in Nigeria. An operation conducted by the US and Nigeria has resulted in the elimination of the second-in-command of ISIS globally. Al-Muni was reportedly targeted for over a week.

A joint operation between US and Nigerian forces has resulted in the death of Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, identified as the second-in-command of ISIS. The comments follow a meeting with Iranian officials. Forces from the US and Nigeria conducted the operation.

Nigeria has developed a national action plan focused on addressing climate change. This initiative was highlighted in discussions concerning gender and climate change, indicating a focus on integrated approaches to environmental challenges. The plan focuses on shifts in tropical crop blooming times due to changing climate patterns.

ADES Holding has secured a jack-up drilling contract valued at $48.2 million off the coast of Nigeria. The contract is for services to be provided in 2026.

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Cyber Security Agency (CAC) have activated cybersecurity measures due to system concerns. The advisory addresses threats linked to Iranian-affiliated cyber attacks.