June 25
Nigeria: Seven Dead, 11 Injured in Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Crash
Premium Times
The Corps cautioned motorists to shun excessive speed and use speed limits, especially at night and during the rain due to poor visibility. Read more »
Nigeria: Civil Societies Support FG's Recapitalisation, Reform of Banks
This Day
Following the decision of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to recapitalise commercial banks in the country, the Coalition of Civil Society Organisations in the country has thrown… Read more »
Nigeria: Army Denies Audio-Visual Report On Recruiting Jihadists
Vanguard
The Nigerian Army (NA) has debunked a viral audio-visual recording circulating on various online platforms quoting a misleading report suggesting that the NA is recruiting Islamic… Read more »
Nigeria: Senior Custom Officer Slumps, Dies During Investigative Hearing in Reps
Vanguard
A Senior Customs officer while responding to questions at the Public Account Committee of the House of Representatives has slumped and died. Read more »
Ghana: Ghana's Economic Recovery On Course - Pres Akufo-Addo Affirms
Ghana Presidency
The President of the Republic, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has reassured Ghanaians and the international community that the country's economy is on a strong recovery path. Read more »
Nigeria: Kaduna Moves to Mitigate Flooding Predicted By Nimet
Daily Trust
Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, has directed stakeholders to come up with the best way to mitigate the potential impact of flooding in areas identified by the Nigerian… Read more »
Liberia: WECC Liberia Office Defends Cllr. Massaquoi's Legal Service to Alleged War Crimes Perpetrators
FrontPageAfrica
The office of the War and Economic Crimes Court in Liberia has come in strong defense of Cllr. Jonathan Massaquoi amid fear of creeping conflict of interest from human rights… Read more »
Liberia: IMF Delegation Visits Liberia for Extended Credit Facility Program
FrontPageAfrica
A high-level delegation from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), led by Daehaeng Kim (DK), is visiting Monrovia from June 24 to July 5, 2024, to assess the Extended Credit… Read more »
Ghana: Claiming $8 Billion for Infrastructure From Debt Restructuring Is Weird Thinking - Finance Expert
Accra Times
Professor of Finance says Finance Minister's claim that the debt restructuring agreement will make $8 billion dollars available for infrastructure projects is weird thinking. Read more »
Nigeria: Exxonmobil Targets Fresh Investment in Nigeria, Says We Are Not Leaving
Leadership
ExxonMobil has expressed optimism about investing further in Nigeria's oil and gas industry, stating that it is not leaving the country despite ongoing divestment plans. Read more »
Nigeria: 950,000 Women At Risk of Maternal Deaths in Zamfara - Commissioner
Premium Times
The commissioner noted that northern Nigeria, including Zamfara State, had a record of 70 per cent of maternal deaths in Nigeria. Read more »
Nigeria: Daniel Taiwo Odukoya - 'Nigeria Has a Great Future!'
Premium Times
He was not only a pastor, but he was also a relationship and leadership expert. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu to Consult Further On New Minimum Wage
Vanguard
President Bola Tinubu will consult further before arriving at a final decision on the new national minimum wage for Nigerian workers. Read more »
Angola: Head of State to Visit Côte d'Ivoire
ANGOP
The President of the Republic, João Lourenço, will pay a working visit to Côte D'Ivoire on Thursday at the invitation of his counterpart, Alassane Ouattara. Read more »
Cape Verde: IMF Executive Board Completes Fourth Review of the Arrangement Under the Extended Credit Facility and First Review of the Arrangement Under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility for Cabo Verde [press release]
IMF
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) completed the fourth review of Cabo Verde's performance under the 36-month Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Condoles With Customs Over Officer's Death [press release]
Premium Times
Andrew Essien passed away shortly after showing signs of discomfort during a presentation before the National Assembly House Committee on Public Accounts on Tuesday. Read more »
Nigeria: Chivido24 - I Would've Been One of Davido's Groomsmen, but Zlatan Ruined Our Friendship - Portable
Premium Times
"He's not in the top ten. He made a mistake, and his tailor let him down. He gave his clothes to a crazy tailor." Read more »
Nigeria: FEC Steps Down Tripartite Committee's Report On Minimum Wage
Premium Times
FEC stepped down the report to allow President Tinubu to make further consultations before sending the proposed minimum wage to the National Assembly. Read more »
Nigeria: 'Your Daughter Will Be Protected, Respected, Connected,'Davido to Chioma's Parents
Premium Times
Despite being held on a weekday, the star-studded event dominated social media all day. Read more »
Liberia: World Bank Commits $45 Million to Liberia's Renewable Energy
New Dawn
The World Bank Group announced today the approval of a second disbursement of $45 million for Liberia's Renewable Energy Solar Power Intervention Project (RESPITE). This… Read more »
Nigeria: 330 Emergency Road, Bridge Repairs At 80% Completion - Federal Govt
Leadership
The Federal Government has announced that the emergency repairs of 330 roads and bridges across Nigeria were nearing completion. Read more »
Nigeria: Cholera Outbreak - What You Should Know and Preventive Measures
Leadership
Cholera has always been a significant public health threat in many parts of the world, particularly in regions affected by natural disasters, conflicts, and inadequate… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Sets Up Committee to Tackle Cholera Crisis
Leadership
President Bola Tinubu has directed the setting up of a cabinet committee to oversee the Cholera emergency operation centre operated by the National Centre For Disease Control and… Read more »
Gambia: Survivors As Advocates for Change Amid the Proposed Repeal of the FGM Law in the Gambia [press release]
UNFPA in WCA
Survivors of Female Genital Mutilation possess a unique and powerful voice that can drive meaningful change. Their experiences offer important insights into the challenges faced… Read more »
Nigeria: #chivido2024 - Davido Sheds Tears As Chioma's Father Blesses Union
Leadership
Award-winning musician, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, was visibly emotional as his father-in-law prayed for him and his wife, Chioma Rowland, during their wedding… Read more »