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February 8, 2025

Nigeria’s drug agency pushes for death penalty for peddlers

Nigeria’s drug regulator, NAFDAC, has proposed the death penalty for drug peddlers amid rising counterfeit products. Director General Mojisola Adeyeye argues that only severe punishment can deter offenders, especially when children’s lives are at risk. She is calling for legislative…

Liberia launches e-procurement system to boost transparency

Liberia has introduced the Electronic Government Procurement (e-GP) system to enhance efficiency and accountability in public procurement. President Joseph Boakai, speaking at the launch, mandated all government institutions to adopt the platform, emphasizing its role in combating corruption. He highlighted…

Mali urges swift implementation of new peace agreement

Mali’s Minister of National Reconciliation has called on armed groups to accelerate the implementation of the new inter-Malian peace agreement. The deal includes integrating 2,000 fighters into the national army and reintegrating 1,000 others into civilian life by February. Authorities…