Afrofuturism: Why black science fiction ‘can’t be ignored’

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With the continuing success of Black Panther, "afrofuturism" is now more important than ever.

I sold all I had to go to Europe – now I’m home, and broke

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More than 3,000 Nigerian migrants who failed to reach Europe have been flown home by the UN - leaving many unsure how to face their families.

Marylove Edwards: The 13-year-old ‘Nigerian Serena’

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At just 13, Nigerian tennis player Marylove Edwards is being tipped for future international success.

Vanilla price rise proves chilling for ice-cream makers

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The higher cost of vanilla is proving chilling for an industry that relies on the exotic spice.

Tutankhamun ‘secret chamber’ does not exist, researchers find

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After years of study, it turns out a secret burial chamber of Queen Nefertiti does not exist.

Balogun says fitness is key for Nigeria’s World Cup hopes

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Nigeria defender Leon Balogun says it is crucial his fellow international team-mates stay injury-free ahead of the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

Nigeria Kaduna: Bandits slaughter 51 villagers

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A gang of what are said to be former cattle rustlers kills 51 adults and children, razing homes.

Champions League holders Wydad open group campaign with draw at Sundowns

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African Champions League holders Wydad Casablanca of Morocco draw 1-1 away to Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa in their opening match of Group C.

Remembering Eritrea-Ethiopia border war: Africa’s unfinished conflict

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Twenty years ago, a fight for control of a dusty town on the Ethiopia-Eritrea border began - and continues to this day.

Ghana defender Rahman returns to Schalke squad after injury

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Ghana defender Baba Rahman returns to Schalke's squad for their game at Augsberg on Saturday, more than a year after suffering a serious knee injury.