Nigeria

  • Apr 21, 2010
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NIGERIA: Aborted Ibori arrest highlights PDP tensions

A violent mob yesterday prevented police from arresting former Delta State Governor James Ibori,...

Nigeria
  • Apr 20, 2010
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NIGERIA: Government sends mixed signals on economy

The administration of Acting President Goodluck Jonathan appears to be sending conflicting...

Nigeria
  • Apr 12, 2010
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NIGERIA: IBB candidacy will undercut Jonathan momentum

Former military ruler Ibrahim Babangida's spokesman confirmed today his intention to contest the...

Nigeria
  • Apr 7, 2010
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NIGERIA: New cabinet adds impetus but lacks time

Months of federal government uncertainty and paralysis should begin to ease after Acting...

Nigeria
  • Apr 7, 2010
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WEST AFRICA: Pipeline resumes pumping natural gas

The West African Gas Pipeline (WAGP) between Nigeria, Benin, Togo and Ghana began pumping natural...

  • Apr 6, 2010
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NIGERIA: PPPs may drive infrastructure rehabilitation

The Lekki-Epe Expressway, a public-private partnership (PPP) between Lagos state and the Lekki...

Nigeria
  • Mar 24, 2010
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NIGERIA: Quick cabinet reshuffle bolsters Jonathan

The Senate today released the names of the 33 cabinet nominees Acting President Goodluck Jonathan...

Nigeria
  • Mar 18, 2010
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NIGERIA: Jonathan takes bold initiative on new cabinet

Acting President Goodluck Jonathan dissolved the cabinet yesterday, surprising its members and...

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