Topic: Bauchi State

Foreign workers abducted in Nigeria

An Islamist group claimed responsibility for kidnapping seven foreigners in northern Nigeria - the worst case of foreigners being kidnapped there since an insurgency by Islamist militants intensified two years ago.

Suicide car bomber kills 2, injures 45 during Sunday Mass in Nigeria

A Catholic church was the target of a suicide car bomber in northern Nigeria Sunday. The region has been under assault by the radical Islamist sect known as Boko Haram, which has been blamed for the deaths of 680 people this year.

Nigeria church Bible study shooting leaves 19 dead

Two gunmen sprayed the windowless sanctuary Monday night with fire from Kalashnikov assault rifles, said Lt. Col. Gabriel Olorunyomi, the head of a local joint army and police unit.

A comprehensive look at the history of attacks by Nigeria's Boko Haram

Boko Haram has been receiving more attention from the international community and media since its June 16 attack in Abuja. The scrutiny warrants a look at its history.

Nigerians brace for more violence as voters choose state governors

Stakes in Tuesday's state governors races are high, both for incumbents who want to hold onto their lucrative seats and for opposition challengers.

Nigeria's Muslim rebel movement capitalized on electoral tensions

The Muslim rebel movement Boko Haram has bombed polling stations and electoral offices, contributing to the chaos and instability following the elections.

Africa election outlook: Key issues in 6 upcoming elections

The next two weeks will include a slew of elections on the African continent. Guest blogger Alex Thurston takes a look at the issues at play in some of the polls.

Goodluck Jonathan: Nigeria's president-elect facing violent post-election protests

Goodluck Jonathan was certified Tuesday as the winner in Nigeria's presidential election last weekend. There were deadly protests between Christians and Muslims in northern Nigeria, following Goodluck Jonathan's victory.

Confrontation of another kind

A Christian Science perspective.

Nigerian forces move in on Islamist radicals

Boko Haram has attacked schools, police stations, and other symbols of state power. While the group is relatively minor, the attacks underscore a widespread public distrust of the government.

Nigerian militants attack police amid worsening sectarian tensions

Islamist groups opposing Western-style education clashed with security forces, leaving dozens dead.

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