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Africa

August 10, 2023

‘Tinubu pushing Nigeria into war,’ Nigerians react as ECOWAS deploys forces for Niger’s invasion

They contended that the decision could trigger humanitarian crises in Nothern states bordering Niger.

Sleeping President Bola Tinubu
August 10, 2023

ECOWAS deploys coalition troops for immediate invasion of Niger

The announcement came despite widespread warning that an invasion could plunge sun-Sahara Africa into turmoil.

Bola Tinubu and Nigerien junta
August 10, 2023

U.S. expresses support for ‘African solutions to African problems’, global crises

Stability is the bedrock upon which societies thrive and the United States is resolutely dedicated to promoting peace, democracy, and security in Africa.

U.S. CONSUL GENERAL WILL STEVENS; TINUBU WITH ECOWAS LEADERS
August 10, 2023

World Bank suspends new loans to Uganda over anti-LGBTQ law

President Joe Biden also ordered a review of U.S. aid to Uganda.

Yoweri Museveni
August 10, 2023

Niger coup leader Tchiani signs decree forming interim government; appoints 21 ministers

Talks are ongoing in Abuja by ECOWAS leaders to resolve the political impasse and release of Mr Bazoum in Niger.

NIGERIEN COUPISTS[ Credit; The Conversation]
August 10, 2023

Tinubu, other ECOWAS leaders holding fresh meeting in Abuja over Niger coup

President Bola Tinubu and other leaders of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) are meeting on Thursday in Abuja.

ECOWAS LEADERS
August 10, 2023

U.S. won’t declare Nigerien soldiers who removed President Bazoum coup plotters to preserve its interest

The restraint the U.S. is exercising from declaring the overthrow a coup is only a means to an end, according to a report.

Joe Biden and Abdourahmane Tchiani.
August 10, 2023

Niger coupist Tchiani detaining Bazoum under ‘deplorable conditions’: UN

“The secretary general is very concerned over the deplorable living conditions that President Bazoum and his family are reported to be living under.”

Bazoum and Niger Republic military leader
August 10, 2023

Number of displaced people in Sudan rises to over four million: UN

“After sixteen weeks of conflict in Sudan, more than four million people have been displaced within the country and across borders into neighbouring countries.”

SUDAN'S IDP
August 10, 2023

Niger coupists form new government; ignore Nigeria’s sanctions, ECOWAS threats

The newly appointed prime minister, Ali Mahaman Lamine Zeine, will lead 21 new ministers forming the new government.

Niger Coup plotters