November 2003
Nigerian Militants Release Australian Hostage
Nigerian militants released an Australian hostage after several days of captivity, reportedly to demonstrate seriousness about a ransom demand. Other hostages include a British national,…
Nigeria's Efforts to Free 5 Foreign Oil Workers - 2003-11-29
Nigerian authorities are attempting to free 5 foreign oil workers kidnapped by militants in the Delta region. The hostages include citizens from multiple countries and…
Two New Weightlifting Records Set by Chinese Female Weightlifter
Ding Mi Yuan from China set two new weightlifting records at the World Weightlifting Championships in Vancouver, lifting 135.5 kg and then 137.5 kg. The…
Nigeria Says It Will Not Allow Any Attempts to Kidnap Charles Taylor
Nigeria has declared it will prevent any attempts to kidnap Charles Taylor, the former Liberian president in exile. This statement comes amid a $2 million…
Security Measures Around Charles Taylor's Residence
Security measures have been heightened around Charles Taylor's residence in Nigeria following a U.S. announcement of a reward for his capture. Taylor, who has been…