Africa Parrot Reporter

The Jama'atu Nasril Islam (JNI), led by the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa'ad Abubakar, has issued a stern warning urging...

Nigeria moves 400 Noko Haram ex-convicts to Gombe for reintegration

The Nigerian government has relocated 400 former Boko Haram fighters to the Operation Safe Corridor in Gombe State. These individuals,...

Mayor Lowe joins forces with first ladies to plant trees, promote environmental conservation

Mayor Malick Lowe of Banjul took to her Facebook page to announce her participation in a tree planting event organized...

President Barrow revitalizes National Food Security Corporation

President Barrow met with the Board of Directors and the Management team of the National Food Security, Processing, and Marketing...

Gambia: President Barrow chairs cabinet meeting to discuss gender policy, social protection, food safety

His Excellency President Adama Barrow chaired today's Cabinet meeting at the State House in Banjul. The meeting focused on various...

Banjul Mayor, Malick Lowe honored as African Woman of the Year 2024

Lord Mayor Rohey Malick Lowe, the current Mayor of Banjul, Gambia, has been awarded the prestigious title of "African Woman...

ECOWAS launches $440,000 lifeline for flood victims in liberia

In a bid to alleviate the suffering of flood victims and tackle food insecurity, the Economic Community of West African...

Gambia, India strengthen bilateral ties for economic growth

President Adama Barrow of The Gambia and H.E. Dinkar Asthana, High Commissioner of India to The Gambia, reiterated their commitment...

Daylight Africa documentary featured in AAWIC virtual film festival

Daylight Africa documentary has been featured in the African American Women In Cinema (AAWIC) which coincides with the 2024 Summer...

Hit-and-run driver kills Irish woman, Emily Colette Daly, in Peru

In the coastal city of Trujillo in Peru, a 36-year-old Irish woman, Emily Colette Daly, lost her life in a...

Taiwan braces for Typhoon Gaemi, urges citizens to stay indoors

As Typhoon Gaemi approaches Taiwan, the island nation is taking extensive precautions to ensure the safety of its citizens. With...

Nigeria: NBS confirms soaring food inflation as prices of essentials continue to rise

In a recent report released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), it has been confirmed that the prices of...

Gambia Police Force launches week-long media training to strengthen police-community relations

In an effort to enhance public engagement with police activities and improve crisis communication, the Gambia Police Force (GPF) Press...

NATO appoints special envoy for Middle East, North Africa, Sahel

In a move to address security challenges in its southern neighborhood, NATO has announced the appointment of Javier Colomina as...

US court sentences Nigerian to 85 months in prison for targeting elderly Americans in inheritance scam

A Nigerian national, Amos Prince Okey Ezemma, has been sentenced to 85 months in prison for his involvement in a...

Uganda security forces crack down on anti-corruption protesters, detain dozens

Scores of protesters in Uganda have been detained by security forces after rallying against corruption and alleged human rights violations...

ECOWAS strengthens partnership with Guinean News Agency

In an effort to enhance the effectiveness of National Early Warning Centers in member states, a delegation led by Dr....

Nationwide protest demands end to hunger, bad governance in Nigeria

The All Workers Convergence (AWC) has rallied Nigerians to join in a nationwide protest against the prevailing issues of hunger,...

Tragic landslide kills over 55 people in Ethiopia

A devastating landslide in southern Ethiopia has resulted in the loss of at least 55 lives. The catastrophe occurred on...

AfDB others Join forces to inject $520m into Nigeria’s agriculture sector

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has partnered with the Islamic Development Bank (IDB) and the International Fund for Agricultural Development...

ECOWAS takes center stage at African Union meeting in Accra to foster regional integration, sustainable development

The 6th Biennial Coordination Meeting of the African Union with Regional Economic Communities (CER) and Regional Mechanisms witnessed a strong...

Banjul: Mayor Lowe extends heartfelt gratitude to delegation from Senegal for attending Serigne Amadou Bamba event

In a heartfelt message, the Mayor of Banjul, Malick Lowe, has expressed her sincere thanks and appreciation to Serigne Affia...

Pro-Palestine activists mobilize for massive protests during Netanyahu’s US visit

As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu prepares to address a joint session of the US Congress on July 24 and...

Bangladesh protests escalate, over 500 arrested as death toll rises

The situation in Bangladesh has taken a turn for the worse as protests against job quotas announced by the government...

Nigerian hairstylist arrested in India for smuggling cocaine disguised as bread

A Nigerian hairstylist, Onuoha Blessing, has been apprehended by the Anti-Narcotics Bureau in Hyderabad, Telangana State, for her alleged involvement...

Spanish prime minister summoned, Pedro Sanchez to testify in wife’s corruption probe

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has been summoned to provide testimony in an ongoing investigation centered around alleged corruption and...

Local shop owner found dead in Ekeki, Yenagoa

Yenagoa, Bayelsa State – In an unsettling turn of events, the quiet community of Ekeki in Yenagoa was rocked by...

Nigeria: Dangote Refinery explores alliances with Libya, Angola to secure crude oil supply

Africa Parrot Reporter July 21, 2024

In an effort to overcome the challenges posed by domestic crude oil supplies, Nigeria's Dangote Refinery, Africa's largest refinery built...

Ghana: High Court warns politicians not to rely on courts to determine election results

Justice Anna Taylor of the High Court has warned that politicians should not expect the courts to pronounce winners in...

ECOWAS, UNECA leaders collaborate to foster peace, stability, development in West Africa

In a significant diplomatic encounter, His Excellency Dr. Omar Alieu TOURAY, Chairman of the ECOWAS Commission, and His Excellency Claver...

54 African nations unite for African Military Games in Nigeria

Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso, and 51 other African countries have committed to sending troops to Nigeria for the 2nd Africa...

Nigerian government slaps Meta with $220m fine for violating consumer data laws

The Nigerian government has imposed a hefty fine of $220 million for its blatant disregard of consumer and data protection...

Banjul: Mayor Lowe engages stakeholders, commits to transforming challenges into opportunities

The Mayor of Banjul, Malick Lowe, has concluded a successful stakeholder consultation forum. Over the course of two days, participants...

48 teenage boys rescued from illegal circumcision camp in Zambia

Authorities in Zambia have rescued 48 boys from an illegal male circumcision camp, exposing the dangers and abuses associated with...

Villarruel stands firm, says ‘No colonial country can bully, intimidate Argentine citizens’

Argentina's Vice-President, Victoria Villarruel, has condemned the Western media's criticism of their alleged racist and homophobic chants during the Copa...

Nationwide strike looms as Nigerian Labour Congress condemns police brutality

The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a strong warning to the Nigerian government, signaling the possibility of a nationwide...

ECOWAS workshop in Abuja focuses on enhancing key performance indicators

In a bid to enhance organizational performance and improve accountability, the Directorate of Strategic Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation convened a...

Kenyan police reinforcements in Haiti to tackle rampant gang violence

In a determined effort to combat the escalating violence and restore order in the strife-torn Caribbean nation of Haiti, a...

African football sensation Victor Osimhen secures blockbuster move to PSG

Nigerian international and Napoli striker Victor Osimhen has reached a groundbreaking agreement with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). This transfer deal marks...

Kenya: Odinga urges prudence, cautions against calls for Ruto’s resignation

Kenyan opposition leader Mzee Raila Odinga has issued a cautionary message to anti-government protesters, urging them to reconsider their demand...

Banjul: Mayor Lowe hosts first-ever stakeholder consultation on volunteered local review

Mayor of Banjul, Malick Lowe, has held the first-ever important stakeholder consultation meeting on Volunteered Local Review (VLR), marking a...

Guinea Conakry: Opposition leaders arrested, detained amidst political unrest

Africa Parrot Reporter July 18, 2024

In an exclusive interview with Africa Parrot and New York Parrot correspondents, Toure Mouloukou Souleymane, a core member of the...

Panic strikes as 4.7-magnitude earthquake rattles Nairobi, surrounding areas

A 4.7-magnitude earthquake struck near Nairobi on the evening of Tuesday, July 16, 2024, sending waves of panic through the...

Floods devastate Yenagoa, residents plead for intervention

Residents of Yenagoa, particularly those living in flood-prone areas, are facing unprecedented challenges. The situation is dire for those residing...

Opinion: Paul Kagame’s reelection: Expectations from Rwandans

As Rwanda approaches the next election cycle, the reelection of President Paul Kagame becomes a focal point of national and...

Department of Defence gears up for opening of parliament in South Africa