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Polish nationals arrested during Nigeria protests freed

Polish nationals arrested during Nigeria protests freed

The seven Polish citizens were detained earlier this month in the northwestern state of Kano.

Nigeria protests: Why patriotism is being called into question

Nigeria protests: Why patriotism is being called into question

Extreme expressions, such as waving a foreign flag during the anti-inflation protests in Nigeria, have stoked the debate over whether that constitutes an erosion of patriotism among citizens.

Nigeria cost-of-living protests aimed at 'regime change'

Nigeria cost-of-living protests aimed at 'regime change'

"If anybody is not satisfied with the government, there's always an election coming," Minister Dele Alake told journalists after a meeting between President Bola Tinubu and former Nigerian presidents.

Poland appeals to Nigeria to free Russia flag-waving nationals

Poland appeals to Nigeria to free Russia flag-waving nationals

The Nigerian authorities said the seven Polish nationals were arrested for carrying Russian flags during a cost-of-living protest in Kano state.

Nigeria warns against foreign meddling amid protests

Nigeria warns against foreign meddling amid protests

Thousands of people joined protests against government policies and the high cost of living last week.

Why Russia's shadow on Nigeria protests is a red flag

Why Russia's shadow on Nigeria protests is a red flag

The appearance of Russian flags at anti-inflation protests in Nigeria has spawned diverse theories about alleged foreign involvement in the Sahel extending farther into West Africa.

Nigeria arrests dozens over waving Russian flag at protests

Nigeria arrests dozens over waving Russian flag at protests

The police said it also arrested some tailors in Kano State linked to making the Russian flags being distributed in the area.

Nigerian President Tinubu offers dialogue, urges suspension of protests

Nigerian President Tinubu offers dialogue, urges suspension of protests

Nigerians have been protesting in several cities across the country over the cost of living crisis, but Tinubu condemns the deadly violence and looting accompanying the demonstrations.

Nigeria's police thwart march to government offices in capital

Nigeria's police thwart march to government offices in capital

Nearly 700 people have been arrested during the protests and nine officers injured, according to police.

What Nigerian celebrities are saying about hardship protests

What Nigerian celebrities are saying about hardship protests

Most entertainment personalities kept mum in the days leading up to the protest.

Deaths, destruction mar Nigeria's cost of living protests

Deaths, destruction mar Nigeria's cost of living protests

Police in the northern Nigerian state of Kano have arrested more than 260 people suspected of looting during protests against rising cost of living on Thursday.

Nigeria police fire tear gas on hardship protesters

Nigeria police fire tear gas on hardship protesters

Many Nigerians are struggling with high costs and a tripling of fuel prices, but many people were also wary about insecurity around protests.