Frustration for Nigerians facing fuel shortages and rising prices
More frustration for Nigerians as they face a duel crisis of chronic fuel shortages and an huge increase in petrol...
West Africa
Senegal Revised Constitution: Opposition Mps reject proposed dissolution bid, block revision of Constitution
On Monday, the Senegal Revised Constitution has been rejected by lawmakers, expressing their opposition to the new constitution put forward...
Nigeria: Northern governors reaffirm commitment to tackle insecurity with collective approach
The chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF), Inuwa Yahaya, reaffirmed the commitment of northern governors to addressing the...
Ghana’s cocoa regulator plans nearly 45% increase in farmgate prices for 2024/25 season
Ghana's cocoa regulator is planning to increase the state-guaranteed price paid to cocoa farmers by nearly 45% for the 2024/25...
BREAKING: Hajiya Yar’Adua passes away at 102
Hajiya Yar’Adua, the matriarch of the Yar’Adua family and mother of former Nigerian President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua, has passed away...
South Africa’s last captive elephant starts new life 200 km away from zoo
Charley was until recently the last captive elephant in South Africa. He has started a new life in a private...
Dangote Petroleum Refinery Set to Roll Out Petrol Amidst Ongoing Disputes
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery is poised to introduce its first batch of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol,...
How Chidimma Adetshina won Miss Universe Nigeria amidst Xenophobic attack
Chidimma Adetshina has been crowned Miss Universe Nigeria, after a tumultuous experience during her attempt to compete in the Miss...
Tributes pour in for former Ivory Coast defender Sol Bamba, who has died at 39
Tributes are flooding in for former Ivory Coast defender Sol Bamba, who has passed away at the age of 39....
Guin people of Togo celebrate new year with Sacred Stone ceremony
The Guin people of Togo recently celebrated their new year with the Epé-Ekpé festival, highlighted by the sacred stone ceremony...
Gambia: NBU discusses bread production challenges with President Barrow
The National Bakers Union held discussions with President Adama Barrow on issues surrounding the production of bread in the country...
Nigeria: National Assembly petitions Canadian resident over genocide incitement
The Nigerian National Assembly has filed a formal petition against Amaka Patience Sunnberger, a Nigerian citizen residing in Canada, for...
Gambia: Blind husband seeks D8000 for anti-rabies vaccine after wife’s bite during argument
A 24-year-old blind man is in urgent need of D8000 for an anti-rabies vaccine after being bitten on the arm...
President Barrow welcomes new ambassadors, fosters bilateral relations for prosperous Gambia
His Excellency President Adama Barrow has received the credentials of three newly accredited Ambassadors at the State House in Banjul....
Belgium discloses plan to boost cocoa production in Nigeria
Belgium is setting its sights on boosting cocoa production in Nigeria. This was revealed by the Belgian Ambassador to Nigeria,...
“We’re rich in resources, poor in mindset” — Nigerian ex-President Obasanjo slams Africa’s poverty mentality
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has delivered a scathing assessment of Africa's poverty, attributing it to a "poor mentality" rather...
Senegambia: Young boy severely injured after military checkpoint encounter
A shooting incident in Senegambia has left a young boy seriously injured. According to a family member, the boys were...
Mayor of Banjul hails Pan-African economic initiative
In a heartfelt and inspiring message shared on her Facebook page, the Mayor of Banjul, Malick Lowe, expressed her excitement...
Burkina Faso: Dozens killed in Jihadist attack
Burkina Faso has witnessed another tragic militant attack, claiming the lives of dozens, including innocent civilians. The brutal assault, attributed...
Nigerian govt reveals $14m electricity debt owed by Niger Republic, Togo, others
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has disclosed that numerous international customers, including Niger Republic, Togo, and other neighboring countries,...
Nigeria wins medals at 2024 Pan African Maths Olympiad
Nigeria has clinched two silver medals at the prestigious 2024 Pan African Mathematics Olympiad (PAMO). The event, hosted in Johannesburg,...
Nigerian arrested for $10m COVID-19 fraud scheme
A 40-year-old Nigerian man, Yomi Jones Olayeye, also known as “Sabbie,” has been arrested for COVID 19 $10m fraud. He...
Nigeria: NDLEA arrests Vietnam-Bound businessman at Abuja airport, foils attempt to traffick in cocaine
Paul Okwuy Mbadugha, a 54-year-old businessman bound for Vietnam, was apprehended by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency...
ECOWAS strives to keep Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso in fold with parliamentary diplomacy
In a proactive move to address the escalating tensions within West Africa, Benjamin Kalu, the Deputy Speaker of Nigeria’s House...
Nigeria: President Tinubu streamlines delegation for UN General Assembly to cut governance costs
President Bola Tinubu has directed that only authorized officials with specific business should attend the forthcoming United Nations General Assembly...
Senegal launches Gaindesat satellite into orbit
The nation has successfully launched its first satellite, Gaindesat, into lower orbit. The momentous event represents a significant milestone in...
Banjul Mayor Lowe crowned African Woman of the Year 2024 in Nairobi
The Mayor of Banjul, Malick Lowe, has been honored with the prestigious African Woman of the Year 2024 Award. This...
ECOWAS wraps up transformative humanitarian mission in Gambia
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has successfully concluded its comprehensive Field Monitoring and Evaluation Mission in The...
GAF State Guards Battalion involved in fatal road accident
The Gambia Armed Forces (GAF) is saddened to announce a tragic road traffic accident that occurred on Thursday, August 15,...
Gambia begins 2nd phase of National Economic Council Meeting in Banjul
The second phase of the National Economic Council Meeting has commenced at the State House in Banjul. The meeting brings...
Gambia Police Force unveils new madrasa, day-care facility in Banjul
The Gambia Police Force, in partnership with Sutura Company, has inaugurated a state-of-the-art Madrasa and Day-Care Facility at the Banjul...
Gambia: CRC releases constitution draft for public review
The Gambian Constitution Review Commission (CRC) has released constitution draft for public review. Following extensive deliberation, the Draft will be...
Cape Verde celebrates, honours boxer de Pina as nation’s first Olympic medalist
The Cape Verde government has awarded the Sports Merit Medal 1 to David de Pina, the country's first Olympic medalist....
President Barrow pledges support to university students
His Excellency President Adama Barrow has pledged to support the University of The Gambia Medical Students Association (UNIGAMSA), with more...
Gambia, Senegal partner to ease border tensions
Gambian and Senegalese officials have reached preliminary agreements aimed at resolving ongoing border tensions following a closed-door meeting. While these...
Gambia: Ministry of Fisheries showcases progressive initiatives
Hon Musa Drammeh, the Minister of Fisheries, Water Resources, and National Assembly Matters, led a comprehensive briefing to President Adama...
Police arrest 67 nationals for various offenses
The Gambia police have arrested 67 individuals from various nationalities for multiple offenses in the KM Region. This extensive crackdown...
Olympic: Nigeria returns from Paris 2024 without medals
Team Nigeria has concluded its campaign at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games with a dismal record, marking the eighth time...
Gambia: Police arrest ex-Brigadier General Bora
The Gambia Armed Forces (GAF) has arrested ex-Brigadier General Bora Colley, a former senior officer linked to the notorious 'Junglers'....
ECOWAS begins move to reintegrate Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso
President Bola Tinubu, the Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), has reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to...
President Barrow champions Gambian-Turkish trade, calls for industrialization, investment
President Adama Barrow met with members of the Gambian-Turkish Business Council on Friday. The discussions centered around enhancing trade opportunities...
ECOWAS Chiefs of Defence Staff gather in Abuja to combat rising terrorism, secure regional stability
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission is convening the 42nd Ordinary Meeting of the Committee of Chiefs...
Exclusive: Osun Osogbo, Nigerian leading traditional festival
Osun Osogbo is one of Nigeria's most famous and revered traditional festivals, celebrated annually in Osogbo, the capital of Osun...
Gambia: President Barrow steers cabinet toward key national initiatives at 20th meeting
President Adama Barrow presided over the continuation of the 20th Cabinet meeting, where a range of pressing national issues were...
Gambia: President Barrow prioritizes health safety, engages MCA
His Excellency President Adama Barrow convened a crucial meeting at the Statehouse on Wednesday, engaging with delegates from the Pharmacy...
DG Ceesay engages with Gambia police to strengthen security
Mr. Demba Ceesay, the newly appointed Director General of the Drug Law Enforcement Agency of The Gambia (DLEAG), has continued...
Nigeria Police Force hosts youth summit to IYD
The Nigeria Police Force is set to host the Nigeria Police Youth Summit on Monday, August 12, 2024, at the...
President Barrow leads comprehensive inspection tour of OIC road projects in Greater Banjul, West Coast Region
The Gambian President, Adama Barrow, has inspected Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) road projects in the Greater Banjul area and...
Gambia: 10-year-old Ceesay found dead at Manjai Bridge
Local police have found the dead body of a 10-year-old boy Ousman Ceesay at the Manjai Kunda Bridgeml. According to...
ANEEJ urges Nigeria to hold corrupt officials accountable following UK charges against Glencore executives
The Africa Network for Environment and Economic Justice (ANEEJ) has commended the UK's Serious Fraud Office (SFO) for charging five...