In 2014, after the kidnapping of 200 school children in the North East of Nigeria, many people became aware and sympathetic to the nightmare that was slowly and surreptitiously creeping in to Nigeria in the form of extreme religious fundamentalism called Boko Haram. It is imperative to explicitly make this point absolutely succinct - there are religious fundamentalist in all the major religious denominations or groupings
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An African Perspective
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but when will an African claim football's top individual prize for the first time since 1995?The wedding photographer of Darfur: Focusing on love in Sudan's warHaving fled Sudan's besieged city of el-Fasher, a photographer turn his lens on more positive aspects of life.Nigerian academic on rags to riches: 'Nothing good was supposed to come out of me'David Etor grew up in poverty in Nigeria, but now teaches engineering at the University of BristolWhat different world maps get right - and what they get wrongAs the UN adopts a new world map to reflect Africa's true size, let's take a closer look at what different maps get right and wrong.Is Russia proving better at protecting friends than fighting enemies in West Africa?Russian forces were brought in to help defeat jihadists but they also defend the military leadership in Niger.Kenya's chai lovers are not happy as the nation's cows run drySupermarket shelves are emptying, sellers are rationing supplies and prices are rising.'The crowd shouted that we'd stolen someone's genitals' - deadly rumours spread on social mediaMore than 80 people have been killed in the mob violence, the BBC finds after gathering data from six African nations.Sharpeville massacre survivors start legal fight for justice in South AfricaAt least 69 people were shot dead in 1960 but no-one has been prosecuted and victims want restitution.Somali piracy surges as the impact of the US-Iran war ripples outwardsTwo ships were seized within four days last week raising to at least 13 the number attacked since January.'If you started running, they shot you' - inside Nigeria's growing kidnapping crisisMany communities are living in fear of being kidnapped for ransom as the crisis spreads further south.Did a goat herder's lucky $200 nugget spark a gold rush in western Kenya?Prospectors have come to West Pokot county in the hope a gram of the precious metal can change their lives.Washington Spirit sign Luvanga - but is it a record deal?Tanzanian striker Clara Luvanga has joined Washington Spirit from Al-Nassr in a deal believed to be one of the most costly in the history of women's football - and possibly one that sets a world record.The Rwandan eyeing Champions League history against Man UtdRwanda forward Joy-Lance Mickels has helped Azerbaijan's Sabah reach the Champions League proper on their competition debut, and is now looking to down the team he supports.Sheff Utd sign experienced forward AyewSheffield United sign former Crystal Palace and Leicester City forward Jordan Ayew on a deal until the end of the season.Wolves sign Burkina Faso winger TraoreWolves sign former Sunderland and Aston Villa winger Bertrand Traore on a one-year deal.When Man City call you don't say no - NdiayeNew £60m Manchester City signing Iliman Ndiaye says playing in the Champions League is where he belongs.South Africa beat Zimbabwe to win T20 tri-series final - scorecardLatest scorecard from the Twenty20 tri-series final between South Africa and Zimbabwe in Windhoek.South Africa finish strongly to take 2-1 series lead against All BlacksSouth Africa eventually overpower a spirited New Zealand as the world champions came on strong in the final quarter in Soweto to take a 2-1 series lead.Liverpool target Minteh can still get dream move - HurzelerBrighton boss Fabian Hurzeler says Yankuba Minteh can still "fulfil his dream" move in future after the Seagulls turned down Liverpool's offers for the winger.Kenya's Sichenje out for season with knee injuryCharlton Athletic defender Collins Sichenje is set to miss the remainder of the 2026-27 season with a knee injury.Pretorius century gives SA narrow win over Namibia - T20 tri-series scorecardLatest scorecard from the Twenty20 tri-series match between Namibia and South Africa in Windhoek.Tebogo says late mother 'always there' ahead of emotional return to BudapestLetsile Tebogo says his late mother is always with him "in spirit" as he prepares to run in Budapest, the city where she watched him make history for Botswana and Africa.Queiroz returns as Ghana head coachCarlos Queiroz is reappointed as head coach of Ghana's men's national team, two months after he appeared to step down following their exit from the World Cup.Wolves announce signing of defender KonanWolves announce the signing of Portugal-based defender Ghislain Konan.Brighton sign Nigeria winger Azeez from MillwallBrighton secure a deadline-day deal for Nigeria winger Femi Azeez in a deal worth up to £15m.Camara's £47.1m move from Monaco to Chelsea collapsesLamine Camara is staying at Monaco after the Senegal midfielder's £47.1m move to Chelsea collapses.PSG reject Man City offers for midfielder EcheginiParis St-Germain reject several Manchester City offers for their Nigerian midfielder Jennifer Echegini.Ndiaye's journey from non-league football to £65m Man City moveManchester City sign winger Iliman Ndiaye from Everton in a deal worth up to £65m.Were Christians the target of the Palm Sunday attack in Nigeria?Gunmen opened fire in the city of Jos on 29 March.Idi Amin's grandson fights at Commonwealth GamesThe grandson of former Ugandan dictator Idi Amin has caused controversy at the Commonwealth Games after being disqualified for headbutting his opponent.What triggered the mass migrant crossings into Ceuta?An estimated 60,000 migrants from Morocco have crossed into Ceuta, with dozens dying during the journey.'Honoured and grateful' - Morocco fan reflects on World CupMorocco fan reflects on their World Cup journey.Ebola misinformation fuels violent attacks on health workersBBC Verify looks at multiple incidents linked to misinformation during latest Ebola outbreak, which has infected more than 1,700 people and killed 580 in DR Congo since mid-May.