Burkina Faso’s President Traoré receives first AES biometric passport, marks historic break from ECOWAS
In a bold move that underscores the shifting geopolitical landscape in West Africa, Burkina Faso’s President Ibrahim Traoré has officially...
Month: January 2025
TikTok pays Senegalese star Khaby Lame $20 million in 2024, becomes platform’s top earner
TikTok’s silent humor sensation, Khaby Lame, has shattered records in the social media world with an astounding $20 million payment...
ECOWAS urges UN support for African-led counter-terrorism initiatives at high-level security council session
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC), under the presidency of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria, convened a high-level session...
International peacekeepers killed as clashes with M23 rebels escalate in Eastern DRC
Photo Source: Google At least 13 international peacekeepers and foreign soldiers have been killed as heavy fighting continues in eastern...
EFSCRJ raises alarm over establishment of standards committee, demands compliance with financial reporting act
The Edward Francis Small Centre for Human Rights and Justice (EFSCRJ) has voiced strong concerns regarding the planned inauguration of...
13 peacekeepers killed in escalating violence in Eastern DRC amid M23 rebel clashes
Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is once again the epicenter of violence as clashes between M23 rebels and government...
Nigerian President Tinubu to lead Africa’s energy transformation at Dar es Salaam Summit
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will embark on a pivotal journey to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, on Sunday, January 26, 2025,...
M23 Rebels Kill North Kivu Governor Amid Escalating Violence in Congo
Photo Source: Google In a devastating blow to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Major General Peter Cirimwami, the...
Okonjo-Iweala cautions against ‘catastrophic’ trade wars as Trump escalates tariffs
In a strong plea for global economic stability, World Trade Organization (WTO) Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala urged nations to exercise restraint...
AU chairperson expresses shock over US withdrawal from WHO
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Moussa Faki Mahamat, has expressed profound disappointment following the United States government’s announcement...
Egypt waives visas for Nigerian diplomats, elevates ties to comprehensive partnership
In a significant diplomatic breakthrough, Egypt has waived visa requirements for Nigerian diplomats, marking a new chapter in the relationship...
Nigeria: NDLEA foils India-bound student’s plan to smuggle 76 wraps of cocaine
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted Esther Onyinyechi Uzodinma, a 26-year-old nursing student of Noida...
U.S. commits $117 million to strengthen Lebanese army
The United States has pledged over $117 million in security aid to Lebanon’s armed forces, aiming to strengthen the crisis-stricken...
EU bolsters Gambia’s development with 718 million Dalasi allocation
In a significant boost to The Gambia’s state-building efforts, the European Union (EU) has disbursed 718.2 million Dalasi (€9.5 million)...
Ghana, Saudi Arabia seal deal for Hajj 2025 pilgrimage
In a significant step towards ensuring a seamless Hajj 2025 experience, the Government of Ghana has signed a Memorandum of...
ECOWAS engages Senegalese govt on sanitary napkin factory initiative to improve women’s health
In a move to bolster women’s health and hygiene across West Africa, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)...
Mayor Eric Adams’ Community OpEd: Making New York City the Best Place to Raise a Family
Last week in Harlem, the neighborhood where generations of Black families have flourished, I reported to New Yorkers on the...
Nigerian president Tinubu approves new military code, bans homosexuality, tattoos, cross-dressing
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved sweeping reforms to the Nigerian military's code of conduct, imposing strict bans on behaviors...
“I’m still struggling financially despite two Oscar nominations, blockbuster success” – Djimon Hounsou opens up on Hollywood racism, pay disparity
Veteran actor Djimon Hounsou, renowned for his captivating performances in blockbuster hits and two Oscar-nominated roles, has revealed his ongoing...
ECOWAS, UN forge stronger ties on political cooperation, security, human development
In a landmark meeting held on January 10, 2025, the President of the ECOWAS Commission, H.E. Omar Alieu Touray, hosted...
Ghana’s President Mahama reduces ministries to cut cost
In a decisive move to streamline governance and reduce government expenditure, Ghana’s President John Mahama has cut the number of...
Nigerian ‘young billionaire’ sentenced for defrauding American woman $345,000
The Federal High Court in Maitama, Abuja, has sentenced Chima Hyginus Nkwocha, popularly known as ‘Young Billionaire,’ to two years...
Modern slavery in Libya, reports reveal Africans sold for $300
Reports emerging from Libya in 2025 reveal a resurgence of slavery, with African migrants being sold in open markets for...
Prof Omoteso’s rise to deputy vice-chancellor at UK’s Anglia Ruskin University redefines global standards
Photo Source: Anglia Ruskin University Nigerians abroad continue to shatter ceilings and redefine global standards, leaving indelible marks across industries....
Former French President Sarkozy faces trial over alleged Libyan campaign financing
Image source: Reuters Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy appeared in court on Monday to face charges of receiving millions of...
Nigerian examination body JAMB remits N6b to FG Coffers
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the remittance of over N6 billion to the Federal Government as...
Three Chinese nationals caught in DR Congo with gold bars, $800,000 cash
Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo authorities have arrested three Chinese nationals in possession of 12 gold bars and $800,000 in...
Clean Banjul initiative gains momentum as volunteers join Mayor Malick-Lowe’s call to action
The Mayor of Banjul, Rohey Malick-Lowe, has renewed her call for collective responsibility in keeping the Gambian capital clean and...
Gambian police foil highway robbery, arrest Suspect, recover stolen Mercedes Benz
The Gambian police have achieved a breakthrough in their crackdown on a notorious robbery gang terrorizing commuters along the Sukuta-Jabang...
ECOWAS at a crossroads: Can a credibility crisis be overcome?
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) finds itself at a pivotal moment in its history. Once a beacon...
Drunk Zambian cop arrested for freeing 13 inmates to ‘celebrate New Year’
A Zambian police officer, Detective Inspector Titus Phiri, has been arrested for releasing 13 suspects from custody in Lusaka while...
Wanted Nigerian female ‘leader of international trafficking ring’ arrested
Uadiale Christiana Jacob, a convicted leader of an international human trafficking network, was arrested by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS)...
Abdoulie Ceesay joins FC St. Pauli after impressive stint with Paide, Real de Banjul
Abdoulie Ceesay, the talented forward, has signed a contract with Bundesliga club FC St. Pauli. The Gambian striker's move to...
President Barrow pays tribute to late US President Carter at Fajara Residence
His Excellency, President Adama Barrow, on Thursday morning visited the United States Ambassador’s residence in Fajara to sign the condolence...
MoHERST validates strategic roadmap to establish crèche facilities in Gambia’s tertiary institutions
The Ministry of Higher Education, Research, Science, and Technology (MoHERST) has taken a groundbreaking step to support women and promote...
Ivory Coast’s expulsion of French troops signals the end of an era
Ivory Coast’s decision to expel French troops from its soil marks a pivotal moment in the evolving relationship between Africa...
Benin Republic summons Niger envoy over terrorism allegations
The Benin Republic has summoned Niger’s chargé d’affaires to address accusations by Nigerien junta leader, Abdourahamane Tchiani, claiming Benin supports...
Ivory Coast ends decades-long French military presence
Ivory Coast has announced the departure of French troops by January 2025, marking the end of a decades-long military presence...
President Barrow hails Gambia’s progress in 2024, cites economic growth, tourism boom, global recognition
In his New Year broadcast on December 31, 2024, President Adama Barrow celebrated The Gambia’s progress over the past year,...
ECOWAS president reflects on 2024 challenges, calls for renewal in Golden Jubilee Year
As the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) prepares to close the chapter on a challenging 2024, the President...
President Ruto admits police abuses during crackdown on Kenya protests
President William Ruto, in his New Year's address on Tuesday, admitted to instances of police abuses during Kenya’s recent protests,...