The killing of two generals near Lake Chad follows a recent Boko Haram attack in the same region that left dozens dead.
A group of 130 Nigerian schoolchildren abducted last month were freed, ending a mass abduction that drew global concern.
Amid US claims of ‘Christian genocide’ locals and experts say crisis is multilayered, dismiss plan for foreign invasion.
Paul Biya, world’s oldest leader at 92, has won eighth term as president. Opposition supporters say election was stolen.
Move by Nigeria’s president comes after army denied rumours of coup plot amid reports military officers were arrested.
Biya, who has ruled for 43 years, is seeking an eighth term despite calls for him to step down.
Nigeria is suffering complex security crises, but Republicans in US are eager to paint them as purely religious.
Authorities are closing camps in Borno state and resettling displaced people. But communities fear continuing violence.
Resident of Darul Jama says military was warned for three days about Boko Haram massing near village but did nothing.
Organisations like the World Food Programme are scaling back aid or completely halting operations.
Buhari, remembered for an anti-corruption drive and faltering economy, leaves behind a contentious legacy.
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