A dapted from an investigation by Fisayo Soyombo, published by the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ) What does it actually take for a person to reach Europe by land and sea? Nigerian investigative journalist Fisayo Soyombo decided to find out the only way that would yield the full truth: by living it. Posing as a migrant, he spent 47 days retracing one of Africa's most dangerous routes from Kano in northern Nigeria, through Niger's trafficking hubs, and into Libya, the last stop before migrants attempt the Mediterranean crossing to Italy. His journey began deceptively smoothly. A "connection man" in Kano handed him off to the first of what would eventually be a long chain of traffickers, each passing him to the next until he reached Libya. According to FIJ's reporting, a single trip from Nigeria to Libya typically involves twenty to thirty different traffickers working in relay. Before setting off, Soyombo took real precautions: he sewed a hidden pocke...

S uper Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali is back with the national team after months away from international duty, as Nigeria steps up preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. According to Complete Sports Newspaper, Nwabali has linked up with his teammates in Ikot Ekpene ahead of the double-header against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau. The confirmation was made by the team’s media officer, Promise Efoghe. His arrival brings the number of players in camp to 21, with captain Wilfred Ndidi and winger Samuel Chukwueze still expected to join the rest of the squad. The 30-year-old is returning to the fold after losing his place following a long period without club football. He last featured for Nigeria in January during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. After the tournament, he parted ways with South African side Chippa United in February to chase a move abroad, but the deal fell through and he remained without a club for close to six months. That setback cost him a spot in ...