June 01
Africa: Liberia Calls for New Global Framework On Poverty Reduction
Liberian Observer
The Agriculture Minister Dr. J. Alexander Nuetah called Tuesday for a "fundamental shift" in global poverty reduction strategy, pressing governments, financial institutions, and… Read more »
Liberia: Retired Judge Gilayeneh Laid to Rest
Liberian Observer
Retired Judge James N. Gilayeneh was laid to rest on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at his farm along the Ganta-Gbarnga Highway following three days of funeral rites attended by members… Read more »
West Africa: Liberia Gets U.S.$U.S.$103.9m Sartla Project Boost
Liberian Observer
The Government of Liberia, through the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), with funding from the Global… Read more »
West Africa: Nigeria and the Tobacco Menace [analysis]
This Day
Existing laws should be enforced Read more »
Nigeria: Flawed Primaries Portend Danger for 2027 Elections
Daily Trust
The primary elections conducted in May 2026 across the major political parties were characterised by widespread protests and allegations of manipulation. The elections, a prelude… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Receives New Benin President, Romuald Wadagni, in Lagos
This Day
President Bola Tinubu on Monday received in audience new Benin Republic President, Romuald Wadagni at his Ikoyi, Lagos residence. Read more »
Nigeria: CBN Redeploys Deputy Governors
This Day
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Monday redeployed its deputy governors, to strengthen policy coordination and regulatory oversight. Read more »
Nigeria: President Tinubu Commends the Navy for Seven Decades of Providing Maritime Security, Commissions Three Vessels
State Department
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Monday, commended the Nigerian Navy for its seven decades of commitment and sacrifice in safeguarding Nigeria's maritime domain and protecting the… Read more »
Nigeria: Supreme Court Sets Aside Order Freezing Nestoil, Neconde's Assets
This Day
The Supreme Court has set aside an order of the Court of Appeal freezing the assets of Neconde Energy Limited, Nestoil Limited and two others, over an alleged $1.1 billion… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Listed Among Commonwealth Leaders in Cervical Cancer Fight
Vanguard
Nigeria's efforts to reduce cervical cancer cases have drawn attention at the Commonwealth level, with the country listed among 12 member nations making progress in vaccination,… Read more »
Nigeria: 20 Things Nigerians Should Know About Ebola
Vanguard
The recent Ebola Virus Disease outbreaks reported in parts of Africa have renewed concerns about the possibility of cross-border transmission due to travel, trade, and regional… Read more »
Nigeria: Lagos Govt, Police Dismiss Rumoured Bandit Attacks in Eleko, Imota
Leadership
The Lagos State Government and the Lagos State Police Command have dismissed reports of a suspected bandit attack in parts of the state, describing the claims as false, misleading… Read more »
Ghana: Government Advises Ghanaians Against Non-Essential Travel to South Africa Amid Xenophobic Attacks
Ghanaian Times
The Government of Ghana has advised its citizens to avoid non-essential travel to South Africa following what it described as increasing xenophobic attacks targeting Africans in… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Only 59% Prepared for Ebola Outbreak - NCDC
Leadership
Nigeria is only 59 per cent prepared to respond to a potential Ebola outbreak, the director-general of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), Dr. Jide Idris,… Read more »
Nigeria: Tonto Dikeh Turns 41 With a Heart Full of Gratitude and Zero Regrets
Leadership
Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh is stepping into a new year of life with unmistakable joy and confidence, as she begins her countdown to her 41st birthday with an uplifting message… Read more »
Nigeria: Peter Okoye Vows to Speak Out On Insecurity and Bad Governance, Dares Critics to 'Line Up'
Leadership
Nigerian music star Peter Okoye has declared his intention to become a more vocal critic of insecurity and poor governance in Nigeria, signalling a bold shift toward public… Read more »
Gambia: Power Supply Instability Hit Businesses Hard in Gba
Foroyaa
Persistent electricity outages are taking a heavy toll on businesses across the Greater Banjul Area and beyond, with traders, fish vendors, and tailors reporting mounting losses as… Read more »
Nigeria: Bandits Attack Kaduna Mosque, Kill Boy During Maghrib Prayers
Leadership
A young boy was killed and several worshippers injured after suspected bandits attacked a mosque during Maghrib prayers in Namama community, Giwa Local Government Area of Kaduna… Read more »
Nigeria: Zamfara Targets One Million Women, Vulnerable Groups With Empowerment
Daily Trust
The Zamfara State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the domestication and implementation of the Women's Economic Empowerment (WEE) Policy aimed at improving the… Read more »
Gambia: Good Morning Mr President - Urgent Remedy Needed to Sort Out the Electricity Headache [editorial]
The Point
Mr President, we would like to recognize the fact that over the past 12 months, the country has experienced a relatively stable and consistent flow of electricity, marking a… Read more »
Nigeria: Police Debunk Alleged Kidnap of Passengers in Ekiti
Vanguard
The Police Command in Ekiti has described as false and mischievous a social media report alleging that passengers in a bus travelling from Ado-Ekiti to Ibadan were kidnapped at… Read more »
Africa: Gambia Condemns Xenophobic Violence in South Africa
The Point
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad expresses its concern regarding recent reports of incidents and tensions involving foreign nationals… Read more »
Nigeria: Leakages, Inefficiencies Make Reforms Feel Like Punishment for the Poor - South African Lawmaker Reddy [interview]
Premium Times
South African lawmaker Visvin Reddy explained that Nigeria is part of a broader pattern across Africa where countries are becoming increasingly dependent on borrowing to survive. Read more »
Liberia: The Untapped Potential of Liberia's Diaspora - a Call for Collaboration in National Reconstruction [editorial]
New Dawn
The Liberian diaspora is increasingly recognized as a foundational pillar for the country's national reconstruction. Read more »
Nigeria: Insecurity - Fewer People Have Died Under Tinubu Than Previous Govts - APC Chieftain
Vanguard
Former Acting National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hilliard Etta, has defended President Bola Tinubu's handling of security and economic affairs, arguing that… Read more »
