West Africa

In Ghana, the Coalition of Domestic Election Observers (CODEO) has strongly condemned incidents of violence, vote buying, and police inaction during last Friday’s parliamentary rerun in the Ablekuma North Constituency. In a statement issued over the weekend, CODEO highlighted acts…

In The Gambia, public hearings have begun into the sale and disposal of assets linked to former President Yahya Jammeh. The inquiry is being led by a Special Select Committee of the National Assembly. The hearings, which commenced on Monday,…

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has officially received the final report from the national dialogue process focused on political reform in the country. During the handover, President Faye welcomed the consensus reached on key areas of reform and commended participants…

In Senegal, prominent columnist Badara Gadiaga was placed in custody on Monday amid a series of legal charges stemming from his public commentary. Gadiaga is facing accusations of spreading false news, making immoral statements, and insulting a public official performing…

The Liberian Senate has commenced confirmation hearings for Associate Justice Yarmie Quiqui Gbeisay, nominated to serve as the next Chief Justice of the Republic. The proceedings began on Monday before the Senate Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights, Claims, and Petitions.…

In Burkina Faso, the Federation of Islamic Associations (FAIB) has launched a campaign targeting hate speech and inflammatory rhetoric by religious preachers on social media and in public discourse. As part of the initiative, FAIB has released a new code…

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi has joined world leaders in mourning the death of former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, praising his leadership and wisdom on global affairs. In a condolence message issued on Monday, Prime Minister Modi described Buhari as…

Former Nigerian military leader, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), has paid a heartfelt tribute to the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a “brother, friend, and patriot.” In a statement released on Monday, IBB praised Buhari’s lifelong dedication…

Vice President Kashim Shettima and Presidential Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila have arrived in London to receive the body of former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari. Their arrival marks the start of the official repatriation process, following President Bola Tinubu’s directive…

Nigeria is in mourning following the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away in London at the age of 81. President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow and ordered national flags to be flown at half-mast. Vice President…

Tributes are pouring in across the continent following the passing of former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, hailed as a towering figure in African politics. Gambian President Adama Barrow remembered Buhari’s key role in resolving The Gambia’s 2016 political crisis, calling…

Togo’s electoral campaign is nearing its end ahead of the July 17 municipal elections, with military personnel set to vote early on Monday. After a sluggish start, campaigning has gained momentum, with both ruling and opposition candidates now actively reaching…