Nigeria election 2019: How ‘godfathers’ influence politics

A look at the men who many believe decide the winners and losers of elections in Nigeria.

DP World port manager killed in Somalia’s Puntland state

Islamist group al-Shabab says it carried out the attack in the port run by Dubai company DP World.

DP World port manager killed in Somalia’s Puntland state

Islamist group al-Shabab says it carried out the attack in the port run by Dubai company DP World.

Gor Mahia stun Zamalek with 4-2 victory

Kenya's Gor Mahia open the African Confederation Cup group phase with a shock 4-2 victory over Egyptian giants Zamalek in Nairobi.

Imama Amapakabo to take charge of Nigeria’s U-23 team

Nigeria's Football Federation (NFF) appoints Imama Amapakabo as coach of the national U-23 team, replacing Salisu Yusuf who is serving a one-year ban.

Bubacarr Trawally: Gambian forward moves to Saudi’s Al Shabab

Saudi side Al Shabab confirm the signing of Gambia international forward Bubacarr Trawally on a three-and-a-half-year deal.

No traffic in Addis Ababa as Ethiopia marks Car Free Day

The Ethiopian capital marks Car Free Day to promote a healthy lifestyle and fight air pollution.

No traffic in Addis Ababa as Ethiopia marks Car Free Day

The Ethiopian capital marks Car Free Day to promote a healthy lifestyle and fight air pollution.

Yemi Osinbajo helicopter crash: Nigeria’s VP thanks crew

Yemi Osinbajo says he is "safe and sound" after his aircraft came down on his way to a campaign rally.

Yemi Osinbajo helicopter crash: Nigeria’s VP thanks crew

Yemi Osinbajo says he is "safe and sound" after his aircraft came down on his way to a campaign rally.