Libyan police nab two Nigerians for kidnapping, extortion attempt
The Al-Qahira Police Department in Sabha, Libya, has arrested two Nigerian nationals for the alleged kidnapping of an African girl...
Month: December 2024
Nigeria: Customs to auction seized petrol at N400/litre
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced plans to auction 15,325 litres of seized premium motor spirit (PMS), commonly known...
Kenya, Ghana strengthen ties, focus on trade, investment
Kenya is set to deepen its bilateral relations with Ghana, with plans to expand cooperation into several key sectors, including...
Low turnout as Chad’s general election faces opposition boycott
Chadians headed to the polls on Sunday in a general election, described by the government as a significant step towards...
Gambia: President Barrow hosts media dinner to strengthen government-media ties
In a groundbreaking event at the statehouse in Banjul, President Adama Barrow inaugurated the first-ever Presidential Media Dinner on Saturday,...
Nigerian military captures female ammunition courier for notorious terrorist Turji
In a significant breakthrough against terrorism in Zamfara State, the Nigerian military has apprehended a 25-year-old woman, Shamsiyya Ahadu, suspected...
Somaliland, Ethiopia reach peaceful resolution over Dacawalay District tensions
Somaliland and Ethiopia have reached a mutual agreement to resolve tensions in the Dacawalay district peacefully. High-ranking officials from both...
Mayor Malick-Lowe commends councillors, youth, announces resumption of pavement clearing exercise
The Mayor of Banjul, Rohey Malick-Lowe, has expressed profound gratitude to the city’s councillors and youths for their unwavering dedication...
“You have not disappointed us” — Lekki Imam praises Nigerian President Tinubu during Jumat prayers
President Bola Tinubu received high praise during Jumat prayers at the Lekki Central Mosque in Lagos on Friday, as the...
Gambians Praise Mayor Malick-Lowe’s Pavement Clearance Initiative
The Mayor of Banjul, Rohey Malick-Lowe, has embarked on a proactive initiative to clear pavements across the city, urging residents...
Gambia: Govt donates fully-equipped ambulance to UTG Faraba Banta campus
In a groundbreaking move to enhance healthcare and support educational development, the Gambia Government, through the Ministry of Higher Education,...
President Barrow hails $1.72 million Chinese aid for food security, healthcare
In a significant boost to The Gambia’s development efforts, the Government of the People’s Republic of China has donated rice...
Morocco to host FIFA Africa Bureau Headquarters
In a historic move set to reshape football governance in Africa, Morocco has been chosen as the host nation for...
Mayor Eric Adams’ Community OpEd: 2024 — A Record Year of Delivering for New Yorkers
When I was sworn in as the 110th mayor of New York City, I promised to “Get Stuff Done.” That...
Bo, Sierra Leone: Sidie Tunis donates NLe 500,000 to support OBBA School projects
The former Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament and Member of Parliament for Pujehun District, Rt. Hon. Dr. Sidie Mohamed Tunis,...
Mahamat Deby elevated to marshal rank amid Chad’s political crossroads
In a ceremony steeped in history and significance, Chad’s leader, General Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno, was officially promoted to the...
Diplomatic ties deepen, five nations forge stronger bonds with Burkina Faso
In a display of robust international relations, President Ibrahim Traoré, the Head of State, welcomed new ambassadors from five nations...
Nigerian president cancels scheduled events to honor victims of stampedes in two states
In a profound show of empathy, President Bola Tinubu cancelled all his scheduled events in Lagos today, including his much-anticipated...
Nigeria: Tragedy strikes in Abuja, ten dead in stampede during church food distribution
A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded on Saturday, 21st December 2024, at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Maitama, Abuja, when a...
MoHERST validates madrassah integration report to bridge education gaps in Gambia
The Ministry of Higher Education, Research, Science, and Technology (MoHERST), in partnership with the World Bank through the RISE Project,...
NAHCON ends dollar payments to slash Hajj costs for Nigerian pilgrims
In a bold move to make the Hajj pilgrimage more affordable, the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced...
Malaysian court acquits ex-PM’s wife Mansor of money laundering, tax evasion charges
In a surprising turn of events, Rosmah Mansor, the wife of imprisoned former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak, has been...
ECOWAS holds regional meeting in Lagos to strengthen fiscal governance, tax harmonization
ECOWAS holds regional meeting in Lagos to strengthen fiscal governance, tax harmonization The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)...
Ghana’s Supreme Court upholds controversial anti-LGBTQ bill
In a significant legal development, Ghana’s Supreme Court on Wednesday upheld the contentious anti-LGBTQ bill that has sparked widespread debate...
Cyclone Chido devastates northern Mozambique, death toll reaches 45
The death toll from Cyclone Chido in Mozambique has risen to 45, as confirmed by the National Institute of Risk...
PHYLA expands to Gambia with presidential backing for sustainable agroforestry
In a major boost for sustainable agriculture and land regeneration, PHYLA.earth has announced its expansion into The Gambia, supported by...
Momodou Sawaneh honored with rising star award for excellence in real estate, community impact
At United Real Estate annual awards event held in Patterson, New Jersey, on January 17, 2024, Momodou Sawaneh was honored...
Gambia: Mayor Malick-Lowe nominated to UCLG Standing Committee on Gender Equality
The Mayor of Banjul, Rohey Malick-Lowe, has announced her nomination to serve as a member of the United Cities and...
President Barrow lauds military for Exercise Kansala 2024, emphasizes role in national security
President Adama Barrow, as Commander-in-Chief of The Gambia Armed Forces, recently received briefings on a joint military exercise, Exercise Kansala...
Growing concern in Zimbabwe as sex workers turn to baby socks amid critical condom shortage
Sex workers in Zimbabwe are resorting to unconventional and makeshift methods to protect themselves during their work, including using baby...
ECOWAS fast-tracks single currency ECO, 2027 launch date set to boost regional trade, prosperity
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is accelerating preparations for the launch of its long-anticipated single currency, ECO,...
Plagiarism: Brazilian judge orders removal Adele’s ‘Million Years Ago’
A Brazilian judge has ordered the global removal of Adele’s 2015 hit song “Million Years Ago” from streaming platforms and...
“How the abduction of my 15-year-old son forced my family to escape Nigeria” — UK-Based Nigerian Woman Shares Experience with Police
Following the shocking account shared by Kemi Badenoch, a Nigerian mother, known as @irishnaija on X, recounted the harrowing experience...
“They stole my brother’s shoes and watch” — UK Conservative Party leader Badenoch recounts shocking experience with Nigerian police
British Conservative Party leader, Kemi Badenoch, has sparked controversy with a candid comparison of her experiences with Nigerian and British...
President Barrow Champions Diaspora Engagement and Development ahead of ECOWAS Summit in Nigeria
President Adama Barrow of The Gambia touched down in Abuja, Nigeria, on Saturday for the 66th Ordinary Session of the...
President Barrow visits Kenya to strengthen partnerships, emphasizes progress
President Adama Barrow’s inaugural visit to Kenya marked a significant step in fostering bilateral relations and cultural exchange. Attending the...
Chinese PLA University delegation visits Nigerian Army headquarters to foster military cooperation
In a move set to deepen bilateral military relations, the Nigerian Army welcomed a distinguished delegation from the Chinese People’s...
Banjul mayor Malick-Lowe champions women’s empowerment at ImpactHER Conference in Abuja
Banjul Mayor, Rohey Malick-Lowe, played a pivotal role at the ImpactHER Conference held in Abuja on December 13, 2024, where...
Ten powerful African leaders shaping the continent future
In an era of unprecedented challenges and opportunities, Africa's political landscape is steered by a dynamic group of leaders, each...
President Barrow champions African unity at Kenya’s Independence Day
In a symbolic gesture of African solidarity, President Adama Barrow of The Gambia attended Kenya’s 61st National Day Anniversary as...
ECOWAS urged to strengthen collective action against regional security challenges
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Nigeria and Chair of the ECOWAS Mediation and Security Council, His Excellency Yusuf Maitama...
ECOWAS, Germany deepen ties as President Steinmeier visits Abuja headquarters
In a significant step towards enhancing international cooperation, the President of the ECOWAS Commission, H.E. Dr. Omar Alieu Touray, welcomed...
Nigerian professor calls for adoption of Guosa, homegrown lingua franca, for West Africa
Professor Alex Igbineweka, a US-based Nigerian linguist and creator of the Guosa language, has urged Nigeria and the West African...
Nigeria’s economic power surges, 2023 GDP ranks 19th globally, largest in Africa
World Economics Data Reveals Nigeria's True GDP Could Be 89% Higher Than Official Estimates New findings by World Economics position...
ECOWAS president calls for unity, financial discipline to secure regional progress
In a significant address to the Administration and Finance Committee (AFC) of ECOWAS, President of the ECOWAS Commission, H.E. Dr....
Banjul: Public-private partnership delivers on President Barrow’s development promise
The Gambian Government's Public-Private Partnership (PPP) initiative is transforming infrastructure in Banjul, delivering on President Adama Barrow’s development vision. On...
Is Ghana democratic participation waning?
Ghana, once heralded as a beacon of democracy in West Africa, faces a moment of reckoning. The low voter turnout...
Mayor Eric Adams’ Community OpEd: Continuing to Keep New Yorkers Safe
Since day one, this administration has been committed to making New York City a safer, more affordable city. And we...
Morocco produces Africa’s first mpox test kits
Morocco has made history as the first African country to produce mpox test kits, thanks to Moldiag, a biotechnology startup...
South African project helps deaf people build farming skills and find jobs
At the Westonaria Agri-Park east of the South African city of Johannesburg, farm workers are busy tilling the soil and...