June 08
Nigeria: PDP Expresses Concern Over Political Climate Ahead of Ekiti Governorship Poll
This Day
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ekiti State, has expressed concern over the political atmosphere in the state ahead of the 2026 governorship election, calling for sustained… Read more »
Nigeria: Saraki Tackles PDP Factional Guber Hopeful, Candidate Reacts, Discloses Plan
This Day
A former President of the Senate, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, weekend, said the purported ambition of his former Chief of Staff (CoS) and factional governorship candidate of the… Read more »
Senegal: Sudan's Ambassador to Dakar Delivers a Written Message From Foreign Minister to His Senegalese Counterpart
SNA
DAKAR, June 7, 2026 (SUNA) -- The Ambassador of Sudan to the Republic of Senegal, Abdelghani Al-Naeem Awad Al-Karim, delivered a written message from the Minister of Foreign… Read more »
Ghana: 20 Nations Endorse African Charter
Ghanaian Times
The Fourth African Inter-Parliamentary Conference ended in Accra on Friday, with South Africa and Mozambique declining to adopt the draft African Charter on Family, Sovereignty and… Read more »
Nigeria: Niger Launches Agency to Regulate Private Healthcare Services
Leadership
The Niger State Government has established the Niger State Private Health Facilities Agency (NISPHFA) to strengthen oversight of private healthcare providers and improve service… Read more »
Nigeria: Breaking - Federal Govt Settles Debts Owed 1,240 Local Contractors
Leadership
The Federal Government has approved payments to 1,240 contractors across ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs), with priority given to verified claims of debts of N100… Read more »
Nigeria: No Bandit Attack Threat in Lagos, Police Assure Residents
Vanguard
..Beef up security in schools, strategic locations Read more »
Gambia: VP Jallow Touches Down in China for Global Human Rights Forum [press release]
The Point
His Excellency Mohammed B.S. Jallow, Vice President of the Republic of The Gambia, has arrived in Beijing, People's Republic of China, to represent The Gambia at the 2026 Forum on… Read more »
Gambia: Tourism Board Vows Tough Action Against Encroachers, Illegal Developers
The Point
The Gambia Tourism Board (GTBoard) has issued a stern warning to individuals and businesses constructing illegal and unapproved structures within the Tourism Development Area… Read more »
Gambia: Aki Outbreak Exposes Serious Weaknesses in Country's Health System - Barrow
The Point
President Adama Barrow on Friday said the Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) outbreak that claimed the lives of dozens of Gambian children exposed serious weaknesses in the country's health… Read more »
Gambia: GDC Raises Concern Over 'Prolonged Electricity Crisis'
The Point
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Gambia: U.S. Observes 250 Years of Independence, Reaffirms Historic Partnership With Gambia
The Point
The United States marked 250 years of independence with a grand reception in The Gambia on June 3, as American and Gambian officials celebrated a relationship rooted in shared… Read more »
Gambia: GPA Urges Striking Workers Back to Work As Presidency Steps in
The Point
The management of the Gambia Ports Authority (GPA) has appealed to striking workers to immediately resume operations at the Port of Banjul as government intensifies efforts to… Read more »
Gambia: Govt Signs Landmark Offshore Oil Exploration Deal With Eni for Block A1
The Point
The Government of The Gambia has taken a major step in its quest to unlock the country's offshore petroleum potential after signing a Petroleum Exploration, Development and… Read more »
Gambia: Barrow Admits Nawec's Debt to Senelec
The Point
President Adama Barrow has expressed visible frustration while addressing journalists after Commissioning the National Food and Drug Quality Control Laboratory on Friday, as he… Read more »
South Africa: BMA Processes 663 Ghanaian Nationals for Repatriation
SAnews.gov.za
The Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato, has confirmed that the BMA has successfully processed 663 Ghanaian nationals for repatriation from… Read more »
Africa: Responsible Mining and Power As a Catalyst for the Acceleration of West Africa's Sustainable Development [opinion]
Ghanaian Times
West Africa stands at a defining moment in its development journey. The region is richly endowed with mineral resources, a youthful population, and growing industrial ambition. At… Read more »
Ghana: Strengthening Human Security At the Border - Why African Border Day Matters for Every Ghanaian [opinion]
Ghanaian Times
Every year on June 7, Ghana observes African Border Day (ABD). The day is commemorated to raise awareness on eliminating all sources of conflicts along international borders. For… Read more »
Ghana: Effag Opposes Proposed Reintroduction of Smart Port Note System
Ghanaian Times
The Exim Frozen Foods Association of Ghana (EFFAG) has urged the Ministry of Transport to reject any efforts to reintroduce the Cargo Tracking Note (CTN), also known as the Smart… Read more »
Nigeria: Glamour, Honour, At the 7th Africa Illustrious Award
Vanguard
It was a moment of honour as awardees at the 2026 Africa Illustrious Award held at the Lagos Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Saturday were recognized and conferred with… Read more »
Nigeria: Uzodimma, Ododo Mobilise Igbo, Kogi People in Ekiti for Oyebanji's Re-Election
Vanguard
The Chairman of the Progressive Governors' Forum (PGF): Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodimma, alongside his Kogi State counterpart, Alhaji Usman Ododo, on Saturday, rallied… Read more »
Ghana: Govt Committed to Reforms to Enhance Growth of Mining Sector - Armah Kofi-Buah
Ghanaian Times
The government is implementing a series of regulatory reforms aimed at accelerating growth in the mining sector and strengthening Ghana's position as a leading mining destination… Read more »
Ghana: Battor Chief Appeals for Assistance for Dependents of Peki Accident Victims
Ghanaian Times
The Paramount Chief of Battor Traditional Area, Togbega Patamia Dzekley VII, said the chiefs and people of the traditional area have received with chock and sorrow the tragic… Read more »
Ghana: Police Arrest 80 Suspects in Upper East Anti-Crime Operation
Ghanaian Times
The Upper East Regional Police Command, with support from the Inspector General of Police's Special Operations Team, arrested 80 suspects during an intelligence-led operation… Read more »
Liberia: Accredited Schools Surpass 2,000 Nationwide
New Dawn
Following the completion of the Ministry of Education's school geo-mapping program in five counties, Liberia's education sector has recorded significant progress, with the number… Read more »
