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Africa

August 2, 2023

ECOWAS military chiefs meet in Abuja as ultimatum to Niger junta closes in

Military chiefs across West Africa met Wednesday at the Nigerian Defence Headquarters in Abuja.

ECOWAS military chiefs
August 2, 2023

Niger’s military junta reopens land, air borders with five neighbours

He said the border crossings to Mali, Burkina Faso, Algeria, Libya, and Chad were reopened.

Omar Tchiani
August 2, 2023

Peter Obi celebrates Joshua Agboola; says Nigerian youth won’t resort to criminality if leaders inspire hope

Mr Obi took to his Twitter page to recognise Master Agboola while highlighting the vital role education plays in every child’s life.

Peter Obi, Joshua Agboola
August 2, 2023

Independence Anniversary: Benin Republic, Nigeria are conjoined twins, says Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu says Nigeria and the Benin Republic will collaborate to explore their culture, history and demography to benefit the citizens.

President Patrice Talon & President Bola Tinubu
August 2, 2023

Niger crisis could worsen insecurity in Nigeria, other West African nations, UN warns

“ECOWAS, as far as I understand, is not for use of force. It is for negotiating a settlement of the situation,” Mr Simão said.

Niger Coup plotters
August 2, 2023

South Sudan: UN agencies seek immediate action to avert food crisis

UN food security agencies have warned that South Sudan faces a severe humanitarian crisis.

South Sudan food crisis (Credit: Sudan support)
August 2, 2023

Former Ivory Coast President Henri Bedie dies at 89

He was long remembered – and in some parts reviled – for his role in promoting the issue of “ivoirite,” or Ivorian identity.

Former Ivory Coast President Henri Konan Bedie (Credit : Reuters)
August 2, 2023

Military Invasion: West African defence chiefs to meet Wednesday over Niger coup

“We once again reiterate to ECOWAS or any other adventurer our firm determination to defend our fatherland.”

West African defence chiefs (Credit: Ahram online)
August 1, 2023

France to evacuate French, EU citizens from Niger

Any possible evacuation by the French government is expected to be subjected to approval from the military junta.

Niger Coup plotters
August 1, 2023

Italy to repatriate nationals from Niger

“Italy wants to pursue political and diplomatic mediation efforts,” Mr Tajani said.

Niger Coup plotters