June 26
Africa: All of Africa Today - June 26, 2026
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Liberia: U.S.$19 Million Drug Probe Takes Dramatic Turn
FrontPageAfrica
Liberia's ongoing investigation into the US$19 million cocaine seizure has taken a dramatic turn after one of the key persons of interest, Paul Jamaal King, formally requested… Read more »
Nigeria: 26 Rescued, Nine Bodies Recovered After Lagos Building Collapse
This Day
Rescue workers have pulled 26 people alive from the rubble of the collapsed building in Lagos, while nine bodies, including that of a baby girl, have been recovered as search and… Read more »
Nigeria: Could Nigeria's Lithium Wealth Be Fueling Violence and Illegal Exploitation?
This Day
As the world races for critical minerals, Nigeria must ensure that bloodshed and displacement do not become the hidden price of global prosperity. Read more »
Liberia: Paul King's Statement Raises New Questions in RIA Cocaine Investigation
Liberian Observer
A detailed statement submitted by Paul J. King, General Manager of GLS-Menzies, to Liberia's Ministry of Justice is raising new questions about the direction of the Government's… Read more »
Liberia: U.S. Backs Ivanhoe Founder With $250m Investment
Liberian Observer
Just days after renewed discussions surrounding Liberia's future as a regional mining and transport hub, the United States Government has announced a US$250 million investment in… Read more »
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Benin: Benin - AfDB, Government Offer Training Opportunities for 2,500 Young Job-Seekers
African Development Bank (AfDB)
Applications are open in Benin for 2,500 young people who will be able to access reskilling programmes or apprenticeship placements in the agriculture and renewable energy sectors. Read more »
Nigeria: MSF Warns Child Malnutrition Crisis Deepening in Kebbi, Thousands At Risk
Leadership
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has raised the alarm over a worsening child malnutrition crisis in Kebbi State, warning that thousands of children are at risk as cases… Read more »
Liberia: WPA Offers Protection to RIA Security Manager Over Alleged Death Threats
New Dawn
The Witness Protection Agency (WPA) has formally offered security protection and other support services to Roberts International Airport (RIA) Security Manager for Investigation… Read more »
Nigeria: 2027 - Suspense As INEC Unveils Code for Uploading Candidates Today
Leadership
There is suspense within the political space as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) releases access codes that will allow political parties upload candidates'… Read more »
Nigeria: PRP Rejects Creation of State Police Under Tinubu
Leadership
The People's Redemption Party (PRP) has opposed the federal government's ongoing efforts to establish state police. Read more »
Ghana: Bank of Ghana Tightens Sanctions On Dud Cheque Offenders
Ghanaian Times
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has announced tougher sanctions against customers who issue dud cheques to check the persistent rise in the practice despite earlier measures introduced to… Read more »
Liberia: Senate Begins Consultations On Competing War Crimes Court Bills - Advocates Hope Outstanding Issues Can Be Resolved Before Public Hearings
FrontPageAfrica
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Liberia: Dugbe Emerges As a Potential Cornerstone of Liberia's Mining Future
Liberian Observer
As the country seeks to attract long-term foreign investment and accelerate economic development, the Dugbe Gold Project is increasingly emerging as one of the country's most… Read more »
Liberia: Speaker, Pro-Tempore Contradict Each Other
Liberian Observer
A rare public disagreement between the leadership of the two legislative chambers has cast uncertainty over one of the country's most closely watched economic reform measures,… Read more »
Liberia: House Seeks Suspension of Gls Menzies, EHS
New Dawn
The House of Representatives has called on President Joseph Nyuma Boakai to temporarily suspend the operations of GLS Menzies and Express Handling Services (EHS) pending the… Read more »
Liberia: One in Three Liberians Still Practice Open Defecation-Says Nwashc
New Dawn
Nearly one in every three Liberians continues to practice open defecation, prompting the government to accelerate reforms aimed at expanding access to safe water, sanitation and… Read more »
Ghana: Editor of the Herald Jailed 7 Days for Contempt
Ghanaian Times
The Accra High Court has sentenced the Editor-in-Chief of The Herald newspaper, Larry Alans Dogbey, to seven days imprisonment for contempt of court. Read more »
Nigeria: Fighting Drug War With Correctional Spirit
Vanguard
Nigeria's battle against illicit drugs has reached a decisive moment. As the world marks the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, the warning from the UN… Read more »
Nigeria: Preventive Healthcare Key to Tackling Chronic Diseases - Expert
Vanguard
Family Medicine Resident Doctor at R-Jolad Hospital, Dr. Ifeoma Udeh, has stated that preventive healthcare remains the most effective tool for managing chronic diseases and… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria'll Witness Monumental Devt With Correct Tax System - Oyedele
Vanguard
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, yesterday said that Nigeria will witness monumental development, if the nation gets her tax… Read more »
Nigeria: How Baby Girl, 8 Others Died in Lagos Mall Collapse
Vanguard
Tragedy struck Lagos, yesterday, as no fewer than nine persons, including a baby girl, were feared dead, while 26 others were rescued from the rubble of a three-storey mall that… Read more »
Nigeria: 'Our Worries On State Police' - Parties, Other Stakeholders
Vanguard
LAGOS -- Twenty-four hours after the Senate took the historic step of passing the Constitution Alteration (State Police) Bill, 2026, a thick cloud of anxiety, skepticism, and… Read more »
Nigeria: Lagos Police Rule Out Ied, Reclassify Mushin Blast As Mechanical Explosion
This Day
The Lagos State Police Command has ruled out terrorism, sabotage and the use of an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in the explosion that occurred at No. 19 Way Street, Mushin, on… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's FMCG Market Worth $25bn, Poised for Tech-Driven Transformation - Report
This Day
Nigeria's fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector has been valued at $25 billion, making it one of Africa's largest consumer markets and positioned for significant growth driven… Read more »
Liberia: Govt Electrifies 121 Health, Education Facilities With Solar Power
New Dawn
The Government of Liberia, through the Rural and Renewable Energy Agency (RREA), has completed the installation of solar energy systems in 121 health and education facilities… Read more »
