Boko Haram Islamist militants are targeting women and girls for particularly horrific abuse.
An ex-military ruler-turned-democrat, Muhammadu Buhari has a tough job ahead.
Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan urged his supporters to follow 'due process' in channeling their frustrations.
Former general Muhammadu Buhari thanks Nigerians and praises democratic process after election results.
Nigerian election winner Muhammadu Buhari congratulated outgoing president Goodluck Jonathan for peacefully relinquishing power.
A ruling party official for incumbent President Goodluck Jonathan disrupted the proceedings.
Former general Buhari leads incumbent President Goodluck Jonathan by nearly two million votes.
Boko Haram continues to commit 'horrendous acts against civilians' said head of the United Nations office in West Africa.
Problems with ID cards and attacks by Islamist militants delay poll as Goodluck Jonathan faces off against Muhammadu Buhari
Nigeria's main opposition party spokesman said that they are worried that the government will interfere with the results.
Polling in many areas has been extended in Nigeria after newly introduced voting card readers malfunction.
What effect has delaying Nigeria's elections had on its electorate and the fight against Boko Haram?
Incumbent President Goodluck Jonathan faces stiff fight from Muhammadu Buhari.
Election pits a southern Christian incumbent against a Muslim former military ruler.
Olusegun Obasanjo told IBTimes UK the country should not rule out talking to the terrorist group - but only after a military campaign.
Country's former president says Nigeria did not act fast enough to rescue the 200 girls taken by Boko Haram.
The Kremlin has tried to quash rumours that Putin is dead. Here are five reasons why not everyone believes it.
Travellers from the West African nation spend an average of £1,059 ($1,594) per visit on luxury retail, a new report claims.
African forces launch ground and aerial attacks after Islamists pledge allegiance to Isis.
Maiduguri city hit by series of bombings over four hours in busy public locations.
Witnesses report 68 people killed in militant raid of Njaba village.
Wife complains her husband's penis size was 'too big' and sex became unbearable as she seeks divorce.