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Polls closed but a day later Nigerians were still voting in the presidential election
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Nigeria opposition senatorial candidate gunned down days before crucial elections
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Afrobeats stars shine in the spotlight during halftime show at NBA All-Star game
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Ghanaian footballer Christian Atsu found alive in Turkey earthquake rubble
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