The EU aims to enforce a UN arms embargo but remains concerned about migrant boats from Libya.
Ten others were injured as people queued for food and money in the southern town of Diffa, reports say.
Nigeria Football Federation president Amaju Pinnick defends the choice of Joseph Yobo as assistant coach of the Super Eagles, amid a huge public outcry over his appointment.
The ex-presidents of Zimbabwe and Kenya shared a history and some leadership traits, writes Brian Hungwe.
The singer was arrested near the border with Burundi and accused of attempting to flee the country.
Everton confirm they are to end their shirt partnership agreement with Kenyan betting firm SportPesa at the end of the season.
Nikita Pearl Waligwa had been diagnosed with a brain tumour and died in Uganda at the age of 15.
No-one has claimed responsibility for the incident, but an opposition party blamed the army.
China-based student Kem Senoua is the first African to contract the virus - he spoke to the BBC.
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