The Nigerian government is cracking down on bikers who are skirting its new motorcycle helmet law.
Motorcycles are a common means to move about the country, but helmets that cost $20-$30 are easily stolen. Many of the bikers operate as taxis. When they reach their destination, many passengers steal the helmet.
The bikers have responded with improvised [...]

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A Nigerian official claims that the victims of “Nigerian scams” are greedy and should be jailed. Nigerian high commissioner Sunday Olu Agbi says that the people who hand over money to the scammers are just as responsible as the scammers. Olu Agbi wishes the victims would stop giving money because it is giving Nigeria a [...]

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In a World Public Opinion poll, 42% of Americans said George Bush inspired a lot or some confidence in them.
 
The lowest marks are understandable, primarily Middle East Countries–Palestine 3 percent, Jordan 4 percent, Iran 6 percent, Turkey 7 percent and Egypt 8 percent.
 
The next level is a bit surprising, as it has some [...]

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