January 4, 2025

Ghanaian MP Sam George has sharply criticized President Akufo-Addo’s final State of the Nation Address, calling it “misleading” and incomplete. The lawmaker, known for sponsoring the Anti-Gay Bill, accused the outgoing president of avoiding pressing issues like inflation, high exchange…

Residents of Abuja’s Federal Capital Territory (FCT) face prolonged power outages from January 6 to 31 due to the relocation of key electricity transmission lines. The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) confirmed the outages would affect areas like Lugbe, Airport…

More than a month after the N’zérékoré stadium stampede, which claimed at least 56 lives officially and 135 according to local NGOs victims and their families are still seeking justice. The Collective of NGOs in N’zérékoré has criticized the lack…

Benin recorded impressive economic growth of 7.2% in the third quarter of 2024, according to the National Institute of Statistics and Demography (Instad). This growth, up from 6.6% in the previous quarter and 6.3% in 2023, reflects robust performance across…

The United Nations has expressed alarm over the escalating humanitarian crisis in the Central Sahel region, with populations in Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger facing dire consequences due to persistent insecurity. According to its latest report, the crisis has displaced…

Human rights defender Moussa Tchangari was placed in custody on January 3, 2025, in Filingué, Niger, facing charges of undermining state security, terrorism links, and collaboration with enemy powers. His arrest has sparked widespread concern among activists and human rights…

Burkina Faso’s customs authorities have intercepted 23 trucks in Dakola transporting illegally exported cowpeas and shea nuts. The seized goods, valued at 68 million CFA francs, highlight ongoing efforts to curb illicit trade in the Sahel region.