Politics
Nigeria's president approves largest military expansion in recent times
The government is under intense pressure to tackle a slew of armed groups, many of whom attack civilians.
Nigeria's president has sanctioned the nation's most significant military expansion in recent memory. According to the government, the newly established army divisions are expected to enhance operational co-ordination and accelerate response
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