January 20
Nigeria: Troops Frustrate Planned Attacks, Clear Terrorist Hideouts
This Day
Troops of the Joint Task Force, North East, Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), have foiled planned terrorist attacks, dismantled several insurgent hideouts and recovered a cache of arms… Read more »
Nigeria: Oborevwori Flags Off N59bn Agbor-Uromi Junction Flyover
This Day
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, yesterday flagged off the construction of the N59.7 billion Agbor-Uromi Junction Flyover in Agbor, administrative headquarters of Ika South Local… Read more »
Nigeria: Taraba Launches Electronic Filing Portal to Boost Justice Delivery
Leadership
Taraba State government has launched an electronic portal for the filing of criminal cases through the Nigerian Case Management System (NCMS). Read more »
Kenya: Pidg Invests Sh1.95bn in Kenya's Industrial Property Market
Capital FM
The Private Infrastructure Development Group (PIDG) has approved a Sh1.95 billion ($15 million) investment to support the Africa Logistics Properties Industrial Real Estate… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto's Bomas Vision Delivers Jobs As Kenya Builds a Global Convention Hub
Capital FM
Hudson Nyaora reports to work at the Bomas International Convention Centre (BICC) each morning as one of the workers retained under the ongoing national project. Read more »
Nigeria: Sanwo-Olu Accuses NGOs of Profiteering From Makoko Demolition
Vanguard
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has accused some local and international non-governmental organisations (NGOs) of exploiting the demolition exercise in the Makoko area… Read more »
Uganda: Kasese - Celebrations After Decisive Victory for NRM
Independent (Kampala)
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) party is celebrating a significant milestone after winning six parliamentary seats for the first time in Kasese District. Read more »
Uganda: Runner-Up in Kalungu West Parliamentary Race Demands Recount After Razor-Thin Loss
Independent (Kampala)
Ismail Ssemakula Saaja, the runner-up in the Kalungu West parliamentary race in Kalungu District, is seeking a recount of votes cast in Thursday's elections. Read more »
Uganda: NRM Chest-Thumping After Buganda Wins
Independent (Kampala)
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) is celebrating what it describes as a political comeback in Buganda, claiming it has flipped the region after suffering heavy losses in the… Read more »
Uganda: Queen Amolo Petitions Over Error in Name On Ballot
Independent (Kampala)
Queen Dorothy Amolo, one of the candidates for the Oyam South Constituency parliamentary seat has petitioned the Electoral Commission (EC) after discovering that her name was… Read more »
Uganda: From District Council to Parliament - Rwabugumi Takes Rubabo County
Independent (Kampala)
The incumbent Rukungiri District councillor representing Nyarushanje Sub-county, Mathias Mwesigwa Rwabugumi, has been elected the new Member of Parliament for Rubabo County. Read more »
Tunisia: Country's Overall Situation Focus of Meeting Between President of Republic and PM
Tunis Afrique Presse
President Kais Saied discussed the country's overall situation during his meeting on Monday at Carthage Palace with Prime Minister Sarra Zaafrani Zenzri. Read more »
Nigeria: Tanker Diesel Spill Causes Commotion in Lagos
Daily Trust
A tanker carrying diesel crashed at Liverpool Bridge in the Apapa area of Lagos on Monday morning, sparking widespread commotion and attracting a large crowd. Read more »
Nigeria: No One Was Kidnapped in Kajuru - Police Commissioner, Council Chairman
Daily Trust
Kaduna State Police Commissioner, Alhaji Muhammad Rabiu, has described the reported Kadnap of over 100 worshippers at Kajuru, as mere falsehood which is being peddled by conflict… Read more »
Kenya: New Lease of Life for Eapc As Kalahari Cement Commits to a U.S.$ 200 Million Strategic Business Turnaround and Modernisation Plan
Capital FM
Local cement manufacturer and concrete products provider East African Portland Cement Plc (EAPC) is set for a major revamp in its production facilities following a pledge by its… Read more »
Nigeria: Musa - Terrorists Don't Respect Peace Deals, It's Counterproductive to National Security
This Day
Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (retd.), has warned that terrorists and bandits never honour peace agreements, describing such engagements as deceptive and harmful to… Read more »
Nigeria: Shettima - Nigeria House, Davos, Reflects Nation's Renewed Resolve to Contribute to Global Economic Conversations
This Day
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Monday declared that the opening of Nigeria House in Davos reflected the country's renewed seriousness, readiness, and resolve to take its place… Read more »
Rwanda: Discipline, Not Shortcuts, Breeds a Healthy Nation [editorial]
New Times
In a world obsessed with instant results, weight loss has become yet another race against time. In Rwanda, as elsewhere, the pressure to look a certain way, amplified by social… Read more »
Nigeria: Abia Recruits 649 Health Personnel to Boost Healthcare
Vanguard
The Abia State Government has disclosed that it has recruited 649 new health personnel to boost healthcare services in the state. Read more »
Kenya: Notorious Hardcore Trafficker Nabbed Again, Bhang Worth Millions Seized Near School
Capital FM
In a meticulously coordinated pre-dawn sting today, officers from the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) struck a major blow against… Read more »
Rwanda: University Lecturer Arrested Over Sexual Abuse
New Times
Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) has announced the arrest of Benjamin Manirakiza, a university lecturer, who is under investigation for alleged child defilement. Read more »
Liberia: MCC, Lerc Hold Technical Engagements
New Dawn
Monrovia, January 20, 2026: As part of the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Compact development process, a high-level delegation from the United States government agency met… Read more »
Liberia: Boakai Sets Infrastructure Agenda
New Dawn
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. has issued a strong call for deliberate, people-centered infrastructure development, declaring that Liberia's future prosperity depends on… Read more »
Kenya: Safaricom CEO Says 15 Percent State Stake Sale Won't Affect Control
Capital FM
Safaricom PLC Chief Executive Officer Peter Ndegwa assured lawmakers and investors that the government's proposed sale of a 15 per cent stake in the telecoms operator to Vodacom… Read more »
Senegal: Exclusive Video - Victorious Senegal Players Arrive Dakar Hotel After Winning Afcon 2025
Premium Times
In an exclusive video obtained by PREMIUM TIMES, members of the Teranga Lions were seen walking with their gold medals around their necks amid cheers from fans, security personnel… Read more »
