Tag: West Africa

Trump writes President Tinubu, praises decisive leadership on Security, Protection of christians and fight against terrorism

Trump writes President Tinubu in a personal letter responding to the Nigerian leader, saying he “appreciates your decisive leadership...

Infrastructure deficits stall regional fishing as Oyetola warns of funding gaps, declining fish stocks in West Africa

Nigeria’s Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has raised fresh concerns over the slow growth of the...

Benin coup attempt fails: President Talon safe as army regains control

Benin Coup Attempt- On 7 December 2025, Benin Republic was thrown into chaos as soldiers announced they had removed...

Guinea-Bissau deposed president travels to Congo’s Brazzaville amid intensifying uncertainty

Guinea-Bissau deposed president Umaro Sissoco Embalo has reportedly arrived in Congo’s Brazzaville, deepening regional uncertainty as leaders question motives...

Donald Trump’s military threats against Nigeria- a brazen display of assault, economic decoy, breach of sovereignty

Donald Trump’s military threats against Nigeria are not just careless words from a sitting American president; they represent a...

Waidi Shaibu: The resolute soldier steering Nigeria’s army toward renewed national security confidence

Waidi Shaibu has emerged as a central figure in Nigeria’s evolving military structure, a man whose name now resonates...

Ghana receives Nigerians, West Africans deported from US

Ghana has formally confirmed that it has begun receiving West African nationals deported from the United States, including Nigerians,...

Strengthening Tax Policy in West Africa: FIRS Makes Commitment

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has pledged to strengthen tax policy formulation and capacity-building initiatives, not just within...

Lassa Fever Outbreak Records Several Deaths & Hospitalisation

The Nigerian Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has reported a Lassa fever outbreak across seven states in...

Regional Integration Tops ECOWAS Parliament’s Agenda

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Parliament has reaffirmed its commitment to regional integration, with Speaker Memounatou...