The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) have strongly condemned the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, calling it “hasty and unconstitutional.” In a joint statement issued on Wednesday, NLC President Joe Ajaero and TUC President Festus Osifo argued that the move violates…
Chad is grappling with an escalating humanitarian crisis as over 763,000 Sudanese refugees have fled into the country’s eastern regions since April 2023. The crisis has intensified in 2024, with more than 40,000 new arrivals so far, including 21,027 in February alone—a 30% increase from January. In response, authorities have relocated over 3,600 refugees to…
The Nigerien government has announced new measures to rebalance its collaboration with the China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC), citing non-compliance with national reforms favoring local participation in oil exploitation. Following a Council of Ministers meeting on March 18, authorities accused CNPC of using “subterfuge” and “false assessments of contractual documents” to avoid adhering to local…
A failed assassination attempt targeting Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has drawn widespread condemnation from international bodies, including the United Nations, the United Kingdom, and several other organizations. The attack, carried out by the Islamist militant group Al-Shabaab, which is affiliated with al-Qaeda, occurred near the presidential compound. The assailants targeted the president’s motorcade with…
Abuja, Nigeria – In a landmark initiative set to bolster educational ties between India and Africa, the Africa Asia Scholars Global Network (AASGON) has announced the launch of 10,000 scholarships for African students. This programme, unveiled ahead of the Global South Universities Association (GSUA) Summit Awards 2025, is expected to significantly benefit Nigerian students across…
The Senegalese government is ramping up its efforts to combat illegal drug trafficking and counterfeiting through renewed actions by the Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (ARP) and the National Brigade for the Fight Against Piracy and Counterfeiting. On Tuesday, both agencies conducted a joint operation that led to the arrest of eight individuals involved in a counterfeit…
Niger is taking decisive action to assert greater national control over its oil sector, accusing the China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) of failing to uphold local content reforms. The government is introducing a series of measures to ensure compliance with national regulations and increase local participation in the industry. During a Council of Ministers meeting…
Mali Joins Niger and Burkina Faso in Withdrawing from The Francophonie Organization. Niger Criticizes Chinese-Owned Oil Firm for Alleged Failure to Uphold Local Content Reforms. President Tinubu Declares State of Emergency, Suspends Bayelsa State Governor. Senegalese Authorities Raid Illegal Pharmaceutical Warehouses in Dakar. Somali President Unharmed After Assassination Attempt by Al-Shabaab Militants.
The Nigerian government has declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, suspending Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, and all state lawmakers amid escalating security concerns and political tensions. In a televised address on Tuesday, President Bola Tinubu cited security reports of pipeline vandalism by militants and the governor’s alleged inaction in addressing the crisis….
Mali has formally withdrawn from the International Organization of La Francophonie (OIF), aligning with Niger and Burkina Faso in a coordinated move to sever ties with Western-backed institutions. This announcement follows separate statements from Niger and Burkina Faso a day earlier, confirming their withdrawal from the French-speaking bloc. A joint statement by the three nations’…
