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“We Are No Longer in a War Against Terrorism, But a War of Independence” – President Traoré
On Thursday, Burkina Faso President Captain Ibrahim Traoré stated that the country is engaged in a “war of independence” rather than a conventional...
Like Niger, Mali Officially Withdraws from the International Organisation of La Francophonie
Mali announced its withdrawal from the International Organisation of La Francophonie (OIF) on Tuesday, a day after Niger did the same. The junta-led...
Niger Officially Withdraws from International Organization of La Francophonie
Niger has officially withdrawn from the International Organisation of La Francophonie (OIF), marking another step in its ongoing efforts to distance itself from...
Customs Seize Undeclared $1.1m, Saudi Riyals at Kano Airport, Seek Forfeiture
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted undeclared foreign currency totalling $1,154,900 and 135,900 Saudi Riyals at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA)....
DR Congo Authorities and M23 Rebels to Hold Direct Talks in Angola as Conflict Escalates
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and M23 rebels will hold direct talks in Angola’s capital, Luanda, on 18 March. Angola’s presidency confirmed...
Wizkid Takes ‘Morayo’ Tour To North America, Set To Thrill Fans In Six Cities
Nigerian music star Wizkid is bringing his Morayo tour to North America, with six significant stops across the U.S. and Canada. The Grammy-winning...
Ghana’s President Mahama Discusses Joint Fight Against Terrorism with Niger
Ghanaian President John Mahama has visited Niamey, where he held security discussions with Niger’s leader, Abdurahaman Tchiani. The two presidents emphasised the urgent...
Niger Govt Launches Feasibility Study for 5,200 MW Coal Project to Boost Energy Sovereignty, Reduce Reliance on Nigeria
The Nigerien government has launched feasibility study activities for the Salkadamna coal complex, a 5,200 MW energy project in the Tahoua region. The...
CSS Must Inspire Unity of All Africa – Captain Traoré
President Ibrahim Traoré of Burkina Faso has emphasised that the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) members, now Confederation of Sahel States (CSS), must...
CSS Ministers Agree On Unified Strategy For ECOWAS Negotiations At Bamako Meeting
Bamako hosted a high-level ministerial meeting of the Confederation of Sahel States (CSS) on February 22-23, 2025. The meeting, attended by key ministers...
Anti-GMO Activist, Segun Adebayo Calls For Aggressive Push Back Against Promoters
Concerns over Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) and the questionable aim of their promoters have resurfaced after a leaked document exposed that a British...
Niger To Expand Cooperation with BRICS, Amidst Other Patnerships
Niger has announced plans to deepen cooperation with the BRICS group in 2025 as part of a broader strategy to expand international partnerships....