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Nigeria · Custody deaths & protestNigeria · Custody deaths & protest
Thirty-seven people detained on suspicion of illegal mining died in custody in Nigeria's Niger State, prompting protests in the state capital, Minna. The federal government suspended the state civil-defence commandant and announced a full investigation.
Djibouti · Security & defenceDjibouti · Security & defence
A commercial satellite-imagery analysis published by the Center for Strategic and International Studies on September 17 identifies two new communications facilities at China's military base in Djibouti. Researchers assess that the equipment could strengthen long-range command, satellite links and monitoring of nearby military activity.
Nigeria · Public healthNigeria · Public health
Ondo State's health commissioner says 49 people have died and about 170 were affected after consuming a locally made drink suspected to be poisonous. An earlier Associated Press report put the toll at 48 with about 100 receiving treatment. Police have arrested 15 people while the product and distribution chain remain under investigation.
DR Congo · Public healthDR Congo · Public health
DR Congo government figures released on September 15 show 7,258 confirmed Bundibugyo Ebola cases and 3,510 deaths across seven provinces. Daily cases have fallen from about 120 to about 80, but UN and WHO officials say the epidemic remains extensive and is not yet under control.
Lagos · Education servicesLagos · Education services
The Lagos State Government says schools must obtain and record each learner's valid Lagos State Residents Registration Agency number during enrolment from September 14.
