Nigeria
‘Still in shock’: 3 Kamloops hit-and-run victims remembered as friends seek justice
By Kristen Robinson Reporter / Producer
More than 100 people gathered at a Kamloops church to celebrate the lives of Feyisola (David) Adebowale, Daniel Okocha and Oluwatosin (Kelvin) Adeojo. Continue reading
Kamloops hit-and-run: Driver sped through stop sign, police say
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Two people were killed and two others injured, one of them critically, in the crash. Continue reading
Firefighters battle large fire at popular market in Nigeria
A section of the Balogun market caught fire in the early morning on Tuesday, according to reports. Continue reading
Medical examiner at centre of racial complaint against Alberta judge overwhelmed
Dr. Bamidele Adeagbo, who’s originally a resident of Nigeria, said he was overwhelmed that legal and health professionals have filed a complaint alleging some comments the judge made about the doctor were racist. Continue reading
Complaint filed regarding judge’s comments in Lethbridge trial: ‘Some may perceive racism’
Dozens of medical and legal experts have filed a complaint against an Alberta judge, alleging he made comments that could be perceived as racist about a medical examiner from Nigeria. Continue reading
What It Takes: From Nigeria, to the U.K., then here — How Esther Adeagbo made Canada her home
University student Esther Adeagbo, originally from Nigeria, hopes to create an organization that will ‘make a difference.’ Canada is counting on young immigrants like her. Continue reading
Toronto police looking for fugitive wanted for extradition to the U.S.
52-year-old Osaruyi Igbinob Enazena has been charged in Ohio in relation to a complex bank fraud and identity theft investigation. Continue reading
Canadian among 3 kidnapped during armed raid on Nigeria oil rig
Global Affairs said the family of the Canadian is being provided with consular services. Continue reading
Nigerian man wanted in Texas on child pornography charges still detained in Canada
Nearly five months after consenting to extradition, Adesanya Prince is still detained north of Montreal. Continue reading
Several school children trapped after building collapses in Nigeria
Nigeria is frequently hit by building collapses, with weak enforcement of regulations and poor construction materials often used. Continue reading