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March 17, 2025

NewsLink 2025- 03- 17 Third Edition

The Ivorian Electoral Commission publishes a provisional electoral roll of eight million eligible voters. The Main Political parties in Guinea, RPG and UFDG vow to challenge the Transitional Government over their suspension. Custom officials in Ghana intercept narcotics at the…

Ghana intercepts GH₵20 million opioid shipment at Tema Port

Authorities at Tema Port have seized an opioid consignment worth GH₵20 million ($1.3 million) en route to Niger. The shipment included Tapentadol, Loperamide, and Chlorpheniramine Maleate—drugs linked to severe health risks and addiction. Customs officials and the Health Minister warn…

NewsLink 2025- 03- 17 Second Edition

•Political parties in Guinea denounce their suspension and allege plans of electoral fraud to support Doumbouya’s candidacy. •The Gambia’s National Council for Civic Education commences series of forums on the rights of Persons with disabilities (PWDs) •45 election management bodies…

NewsLink 2025- 03- 17 First Edition

Political parties in Guinea denounce their suspension and allege plans of electoral fraud to support Doumbouya’s candidacy. 45 election management bodies across Africa resolve to address problems of invalid ballots in future elections through AI tools. And, several West African…

Excess consumption of Salt and your Health

Salt, they say adds spice to life, as well as to culinary tastes – hence the propensity to indulge in excessive salt consumption! West Africans, as we know them, indulge in excessive salt intake. We use salt to preserve some…

Tidjane Thiam condemns Ouattara’s fourth-term bid

With eight months to Côte d’Ivoire’s presidential election, opposition leader Tidjane Thiam is rallying support. Meeting Ivorians in Paris, he criticized President Ouattara’s re-election bid and addressed concerns over his own eligibility. Thiam dismissed debates over his nationality, saying he…

Nigeria halts mining in Plateau State over security concerns

The Plateau State government has suspended all mining activities, citing security risks and environmental damage. Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s decision, announced in January, has drawn mixed reactions from locals and industry stakeholders. While some back the ban as a safety measure,…