May 2004
President Bush Invites Leaders of Six African Countries to G8 Summit - 2004-05-18
President Bush has invited leaders from Algeria, Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, and Uganda to the upcoming G8 summit in Georgia. The discussions will focus…
Nigerian President Declares State of Emergency in Central Plateau State - 2004-05-18
Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo declared a state of emergency in Central Plateau State due to sectarian violence that killed hundreds. The Senate and House of…
Wole Soyinka, Nigerian Writer and Nobel Laureate, Briefly Detained During Anti-Government Protests
Wole Soyinka was briefly detained during anti-government protests in Nigeria, where demonstrators criticized President Olusegun Obasanjo's regime for allegedly becoming dictatorial. The protests reflect growing…
At least 30 killed in two days of sectarian violence in northern Nigeria - 2004-05-13
At least 30 individuals were killed in sectarian violence in Kano, Nigeria, with Christian leaders claiming the death toll exceeds 400. The violence is rooted…
At least 10 Christians killed in northern Nigeria
In northern Nigeria, at least 10 Christians were killed during clashes that erupted after a Muslim protest against ethnic violence. President Olusegun Obasanjo has called…
Clashes Between Muslims and Christians Continue in Northern Nigeria - 2004-05-12
Clashes between Muslims and Christians in Kano, Nigeria, have escalated, resulting in over 25 deaths. The violence is a response to previous attacks on Muslim…
80 Killed in Sectarian Violence Between Christians and Muslims in Nigeria
At least 80 people were killed in recent sectarian violence in Nigeria between Christians and Muslims, particularly in Yelwa. The violence was sparked by a…