April 23
Gambia: Ferry Disaster Must Be Prevented [editorial]
Foroyaa
The recent arrest of those who attempted to protest against the absence of ferries at the Banjul/Barra route and the subsequent invitation of some officials of The Gambia Ferry… Read more »
Nigeria: Ondo APC Primary - Set Aside Personal Ambitions for Greater Good, OCM Urges Akinfolarin, Oke
Vanguard
The Ondo State Conscience Movement (OCM) has called on the runners-up in the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial primary, Mayowa Akinfolarin and Olusola Oke, to put the… Read more »
Nigeria: Court Orders Service of EFCC's Charge On Ex-Gov Bello's Lawyer
Vanguard
Following the absence of the immediate past Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, for his arraignment, the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, on Tuesday, ordered the… Read more »
Liberia: House Endorses Audit
Liberian Observer
The House of Representatives has approved an audit by the General Auditing Committee (GAC) in a move to enhance accountability and transparency. This decision, led by Cllr. J.… Read more »
Liberia: Illicit Miner Sues Villagers, Exposing His Own Crimes
Liberian Observer
The allegations in Lee Clutz' lawsuit against villagers in Togar Town and Pastor Town are grave: armed robbery and terroristic threat. Read more »
Liberia: INCHR Commissioner Faces Probe Over 30-Yr Old Man's Death
Liberian Observer
The Liberia National Police (LNP) is set to investigate Independent National Commission on Human Rights (INCHR) Commissioner Mohammed Fahnbulleh in connection with the death of… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian University Speaks On Murdered Professor
Premium Times
The university described Mr Olomojobi as "a vibrant personality who gave his all to imparting knowledge and empowering young people of the university where he taught." Read more »
Nigeria: NERC Transfers Regulatory Oversight of Enugu Electricity Market to State Govt
Premium Times
NERC noted that all transfers envisaged by this order should be completed by 22 October 2024 Read more »
Liberia: AML CEO Kick-Starts 'Community School Supply Initiative
New Republic
Over the weekend, Jozephus Coenen, the CEO of ArcelorMittal-Liberia, launched another round of ArcelorMittal-Liberia's 'Community School Supply Initiative.' Read more »
Mauritania: Mauritania - the Latest Target in EU Migration Control [analysis]
ISS
Instead of serving as shields for Europe, African countries should pursue a common approach that puts their citizens first. Read more »
Nigeria: Terrorism - Renew Social Contract With Citizens, UN Tells Nigeria, Others
Daily Trust
The Deputy Secretary General of the United Nations, Ms Amina Mohammed, suggested that one of the ways to remove the engenders of terrorism on the continent is for Africa to work to… Read more »
Nigeria: Why Grid Collapse Persists in Nigeria - TCN
Premium Times
The TCN said the nation's power sector is currently faced with various challenges, impacting effective service delivery and the incessant collapse of the national grid Read more »
Ethiopia: Save the Children Open Call for Innovation Partners to Help More Children Receive Vaccinations in Ethiopia and Nigeria [press release]
savethechildren_uk
The Save the Children Immunisation Accelerator is open for applications from community-based organisations, and from local and national NGOs, research teams, social enterprises and… Read more »
Nigeria: Court Fixes May 17 to Rule On Detained Binance Executive's Request for Bail
Vanguard
The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has fixed May 17 to determine whether a top official of Binance Holdings Limited, Tigran Gambaryan, who is currently in prison custody,… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Oil and Gas Industry Games - NNPC Makes Bright Start in Tennis, Volleyball [press release]
Premium Times
In tennis, NNPC's Awin Ganjang defeated Ibrahim Afuye of SEPLAT in straight sets 6-0, 6-0 in the men's singles. Read more »
Nigeria: Publish Forensic Audit Report, Prove Your Claims, Ikpeazu Tells Otti
Leadership
Former Abia State Governor Okezie Ikpeazu has challenged Governor Alex Otti to make the allegations of corrupt practices against him public. Read more »
Nigeria: Edo Guber - Campaigns Kick Off Wednesday
Leadership
Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has announced the publication of the final list of candidates for the September 21 Edo State governorship election. Read more »
Nigeria: FG Plans N100bn Police Housing Fund
Leadership
The inspector-general of police, IGP Olukayode Egbetokun said the federal government plans to establish a N100 billion Police Housing Fund for officers and men of the Nigeria… Read more »
Nigeria: Yahaya Bello - Protesting Lawyers Storm Supreme Court
Leadership
Dozens of lawyers yesterday stormed the Supreme Court to protest what they described as harassment and intimidation of former Kogi State governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, by the… Read more »
Nigeria: Kwara Governor, Speaker Greet Emir of Ilorin At 84
Leadership
Kwara State governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazq has rejoiced with the Emir of Ilorin and chairman of the state Council of Chiefs, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari on his 84th birthday. Read more »
Nigeria: Presidency Rallies Stakeholders Against Malnutrition
Leadership
The Presidency has called for a multi-stakeholder approach in ongoing efforts to combat the problem of malnutrition in Nigeria, saying improved nutrition is crucial for national… Read more »
Nigeria: How E-Commerce Can Leverage Computer Vision Technology to Boost Sector - NCC
Leadership
The rapid adoption of Computer Vision Technology (CVT) has revolutionized business operations and transformed e-commerce by improving efficiency in a variety of ways. Read more »
Nigeria: Coalition Seeks Exit of Minister, TCN Boss Over Frequent Grid Collapse
Leadership
Citing intermittent and continuous collapse of the national grid, a coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs) has asked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to sack the minister of… Read more »
Nigeria: ASUU Threatens Strike Over Attacks On Lecturers in Uniben
Daily Trust
The University of Benin chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has said it will not resume academic activities next Monday, citing concerns about increased… Read more »
Nigeria: IGP Kicks As Jonathan, Others Canvass State Police
Daily Trust
Former President Goodluck Jonathan and other stakeholders Monday supported establishment of state police as a way of addressing the security challenges in the country. Read more »