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The Independent National Commission on Human Rights (INCHR) has reported a sharp rise in human rights abuses under President Joseph Boakai’s administration. The 2024 report highlights state security brutality, prolonged detentions, gender-based violence, and judicial delays. INCHR Chair Dempster Brown…
Liberia’s Supreme Court has reserved its ruling on a bill of information filed by embattled Speaker Fonati Koffa. The case, linked to a December court ruling, has sparked political tensions within the legislature. A final decision is expected to have…
Ghana’s Parliament has voted to repeal several taxes, including the controversial E-Levy, betting tax, and emissions levy. The move fulfills a campaign promise by the governing NDC, which had criticized the taxes as burdensome and unconventional. The amended laws now…
Former Attorney General Godfred Yeboah Dame has sued the government over the mass dismissal of public sector workers. He is challenging a directive from Chief of Staff Julius Debrah, which revoked post-election recruitments made by the previous administration. Dame argues…
Nigeria’s House of Representatives has advanced a bill to strip immunity from Vice Presidents, Governors, and their Deputies. The proposed amendment to Section 308 of the 1999 Constitution would allow these officials to face prosecution while in office. Supporters argue…
Chief Justice of Nigeria, Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has urged legal professionals to maintain the highest ethical standards in their practice. She called on judges and members of the Bench to lead by example in strengthening the integrity of the judiciary. Speaking…
Nigerien President General Abdourahmane Tiani has renewed his call for national reconciliation, urging citizens to move past political divisions. He emphasized the need for unity to drive the country’s development and stability following recent political upheavals. As a sign of…
Sierra Leone’s High Court has sentenced two military officers, Alie Badara Kanu and Thaimu Bangura, to 120 years in prison each for treason. The officers were found guilty of conspiring to overthrow the government and failing to report the plot,…
Childbirth in many African cultures is a big deal. It is usually marked with some ceremonies. But aside from the performative ceremonies, childbirth takes a physical toll on the new mother. Consequently, the Igbos from South Eastern Nigeria have a…
The International Day of Zero Waste, observed annually on 30 March, highlights both the importance of bolstering waste management globally and the need to promote sustainable consumption and production patterns. This day aims to, raise awareness of national, subnational, regional,…
• Liberia’s Human Rights Commission releases damning report on surge in human rights violations under President Joseph Boakai • Ghana’s Parliament officially scraps controversial taxes, while awaiting presidential assent • And, two military officers in Sierra Leone sentenced to 120…
• Ivorian opposition party PDCI-RDA cancels all sanctions and disciplinary proceedings against certain party executives • Ghana’s Parliament passes bill to abolish E-Levy as declared by finance minister Dr. Forson • Civil society organizations in Togo denounce the kidnapping of…
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