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Chad to hold Presidential election in May/June 2024, transitioning from military rule
Chad’s election agency has announced dates for the upcoming presidential election, signalling a significant step towards restoring democracy after the military seized power...
No generation would forgive the breakup of the ECOWAS Community – Gen. Gowon
Former Nigerian Head of State and surviving founder of the ECOWAS, Gen Yakubu Gowon, has expressed sadness over the recent developments in the...
Top 10 African Countries with the Fastest Internet Speeds in 2024 Revealed
In today’s digitally-driven world, high internet speed is crucial for communication, productivity, education, entertainment, and economic growth. Fast internet connections facilitate seamless communication...
Ministers submit passport, as Guinea’s Military Junta dissolve Government
Guinea’s military junta, which seized power through a coup in September 2021, has officially dissolved the government. The announcement came through a presidential...
They taught us a lesson, but they will also learn – Captain Traoré
Captain Ibrahim Traoré, the military head of Burkina Faso, delivered a speech on Saturday, condemning international sanctions imposed on Niger and drawing parallels with...
Niger defaults up to half billion in debt payment
It has been reported that the Republic of Niger is facing escalating debt defaults, with the country falling behind on payments totaling $519...
Nigeria Jumps 14 Places in FIFA Ranking, Now Africa’s Third
In the latest FIFA Men’s World Ranking released on Feb. 15, Nigeria’s Super Eagles have made a significant leap, now ranking 28th in the...
Three Junta-Led African Nations to Ditch Franc CFA, Creates Monetary Union
Following Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger’s declaration to resign from ECOWAS, the three junta-led nations are reportedly discussing abandoning the region’s CFA franc...
Niger Republic restricts flights to and from Nigeria
The Niger Republic military government, led by Abdourahamane Tchiani, has announced an air restriction on flights to and from Nigeria. A memo obtained...
Niger Junta Accuses Nigerian Government of Making Decisions Not Representative of Its Citizens
In a recent statement, the Nigerien government has asserted that Nigeria’s actions since the change of leadership in Niger were not representative of...
South Africa Stuns Morocco to Reach AFCON Quarter-Finals; FIFA’s Highest-Ranked Teams All Eliminated
In a dramatic turn of events at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), South Africa secured a stunning upset victory over Morocco, advancing...
GRV Criticises Lagos Government’s Rushed Plastic Ban
Labour Party’s 2023 governorship candidate in Lagos State, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, GRV, has again strongly criticised the Lagos State Government for their sudden ban...