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Chad Shuts Border as Terrorists Plan to Flee Northern Nigeria Over Alleged US Military Action

The Government of Chad has announced the immediate closure of its border with Nigeria, citing security concerns following reports of a possible United States military operation over alleged Christian killings in northern Nigeria. Military sources in N’Djamena, which hosts the headquarters of the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF), confirmed on Monday that President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno ordered a complete military lockdown along the Chadian–Nigerian border. According to the sources, intelligence reports indicated that terrorist elements in northern Nigeria were preparing to flee across the border into Chad to evade possible airstrikes or ground assaults linked to the purported U.S. military plan. “The president has ordered that no armed group or foreign force will be allowed to enter Chadian soil under any disguise,” a senior military officer said. The Chadian army has reportedly been placed on full combat alert, with […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA November 3, 2025

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Ivory Coast Election Tension: Security Forces Flood Abidjan Ahead of Presidential Vote

Abidjan, Ivory Coast In the working-class neighborhood of Yopougon, the familiar aroma of grilled chicken and fish still fills the air at the busy Sapeurs-Pompiers crossroad. Food vendors shout over each other to attract customers, and the smoky scent of street grills drifts through the humid evening. But the usual crowds that stay out late are thinning earlier than usual. As night falls, residents hurry home, uneasy about potential election-related violence. Two police trucks remain stationed at the intersection, part of the heavy security presence that now defines daily life in the city. Since October 10, when campaigning began for this weekend’s presidential polls, these vehicles have become a permanent fixture in the area. The Ivorian government has deployed about 44,000 police and soldiers across the country, saying the measure is meant to guarantee a safe and peaceful election. Yet […]

Ahmad October 24, 2025

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US pushes plan to disarm Hamas and rebuild Gaza

An Ivory Coast court has sentenced 32 people to three years in prison for taking part in banned protests held earlier this month, just days before the country’s presidential election. The verdict was delivered on Tuesday, four days before the vote, as tensions rise between the government and opposition supporters. The protests were organized after opposition leaders Laurent Gbagbo and Tidjane Thiam were barred from running against President Alassane Ouattara, who is seeking a fourth term at age 83. The defendants were convicted of “disturbing public order” and “assembling on public roadways.” Last week, about 30 other protesters received similar sentences. Authorities have banned all demonstrations, citing threats to public safety. Public prosecutor Oumar Braman Kone said some protests amounted to “acts of terrorism” and argued that “the freedom to demonstrate cannot be confused with disorder.” Defence lawyers argued there […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 22, 2025

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US Missionary Abducted in Niger’s Capital Niamey

A United States missionary working for the evangelical Christian organisation SIM has been abducted in Niamey, the capital of Niger, diplomatic and security sources confirmed on Wednesday. The unnamed victim, a man in his 50s, was reportedly kidnapped on Tuesday and is believed to be “already en route for the border with Mali,” according to a diplomatic source familiar with the case. The incident marks the latest in a series of abductions targeting Western nationals in northern Niger, a country grappling with jihadist violence and governed by a military junta for more than two years. SIM, a faith-based humanitarian organisation, operates across Niger and several West African countries, focusing on evangelism, healthcare, education, and clean water access. In April, a 67-year-old Swiss woman identified as “Claudia” was abducted in the northern city of Agadez, just three months after Austrian national […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 22, 2025

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Group Sues Ghana Government to Void U.S. Deportation Deal of West Africans

A Ghanaian civil society group, Democracy Hub, has filed a lawsuit at the Supreme Court seeking to nullify the deportation agreement between Ghana and the United States government, describing it as unconstitutional and inhumane. The legal challenge follows President John Mahama’s recent disclosure that Ghana had entered into an arrangement with Washington to accept deportees from across West Africa as part of U.S. President Donald Trump’s broad deportation programme. According to lawyers and affected migrants, at least 28 deportees have so far been flown into Ghana, with some subsequently transferred to their countries of origin or sent to third countries without proper documentation. In its court filing, Democracy Hub accused the Mahama administration of violating constitutional provisions by implementing the U.S. deportation deal “without a parliamentary resolution or ratification.” The group is asking the Supreme Court to declare the reception, […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 14, 2025

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Burkina Faso Refuses to Accept US Deportees

Burkina Faso has publicly refused a US request to accept individuals being deported from the United States, directly challenging a key part of President Donald Trump's immigration policy. The West African nation's foreign minister, Karamoko Jean-Marie Traore, called the proposal "indecent" and stated it was "completely contrary to the principle of dignity." The refusal comes as the US has been seeking third countries, including some in Africa, to receive deportees. The announcement followed a move by the US embassy in Burkina Faso to suspend most regular visa services, requiring citizens to apply from neighboring Togo instead. The minister questioned if this was "blackmail," reaffirming that Burkina is "a destination, not a place of expulsion." Under its current junta leader, Captain Ibrahim Traore, Burkina Faso has distanced itself from Western powers like France and strengthened its ties with Russia.

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 10, 2025

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Three Years Under Burkina Faso Junta: Fear and Repression

Three years after Captain Ibrahim Traore seized power in a coup, citizens of Burkina Faso report a climate of fear and repression, according to anonymous interviews with AFP. Residents of the capital, Ouagadougou, say public discussion of politics has vanished. "You can only talk about sport, culture or trivia. As soon as you start talking about politics, everyone falls silent," one resident said. Civilian informant committees patrol the streets to report dissidents, and the junta uses forced public labor as punishment for minor infractions. The junta is also promoting its ideology through youth programs. Children attend patriotic holiday camps with military training, and university hopefuls must complete a month-long "patriotic immersion" course. An analyst suggested this aims to create a "model militarised citizen" to prevent future protests. The press has been muzzled, with international media expelled and local journalists practicing […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 3, 2025

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ECOWAS Parliament Approves UA19.6m Budget for 2026, Focuses on AI and Governance

The ECOWAS Parliament has adopted a UA19,636,030 budget (approx. $26 million) for the 2026 financial year, with a strong focus on deploying Artificial Intelligence (AI) to improve legislation, strengthen governance, and enhance accountability across West Africa. Speaker of the Parliament, Hadjia Memounatou Ibrahima, announced the resolution on Saturday during the closing of the 2025 Second Extraordinary Session in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. She described the budget as “the engine of our commitment to the people of West Africa,” emphasizing that it will allow the Parliament to implement outcomes from its AI seminar while ensuring transparent management of public funds. The 2026 budget represents a 5% increase compared to 2025, rising by UA939,233 from last year’s UA18,996,897. Of the total, UA19,368,394 (98.64%) will come from the Community Levy, while UA257,636 (1.36%) will be sourced elsewhere. Despite the upward adjustment, concerns remain […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA September 28, 2025

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Ghana accepts Nigerians, other West Africans deported from US

Ghana has begun receiving West African nationals deported from the United States, including Nigerians, President John Dramani Mahama announced on Wednesday. According to Reuters, Mahama confirmed that a first batch of 14 deportees — comprising Nigerians, a Gambian, and other West Africans — had already landed in Accra, with Ghanaian authorities assisting in their repatriation to their respective countries. “We were approached by the US to accept third-party nationals who were being removed from the US, and we agreed with them that West African nationals were acceptable because all our fellow West Africans don’t need a visa to come to our country,” Mahama explained. He added that the arrangement was logical since ECOWAS citizens already enjoy visa-free access to Ghana. The development comes amid Washington’s intensified deportation drive under President Donald Trump, who has expanded removals to “third countries” as […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA September 11, 2025

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Guinea-Bissau Faces Political Crisis as President Embalo Stays Beyond Term

Guinea-Bissau faces mounting political uncertainty after President Umaro Sissoco Embalo remained in office despite the official end of his term. Embalo’s mandate expired at midnight on Thursday, but instead of stepping aside, he declared that he would continue carrying out presidential duties until elections scheduled for November 23. Opposition parties denounced the move as an illegal power grab. Embalo is widely expected to seek a second term, but critics say his refusal to leave office risks plunging the country into another constitutional crisis. Guinea-Bissau’s constitution allows a five-year presidential term with a maximum of two terms. The opposition argues that Embalo’s tenure should have ended in February, though the Supreme Court ruled it extended until September 4. For months, opposition groups have refused to recognize Embalo as president. At the same time, parliamentary elections have not been held since the […]

Ahmad September 6, 2025

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