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Électrification au Togo : progrès et défis

Le Togo affiche des avancées en matière d’électrification. Selon les données publiées fin décembre 2025 par le ministère en charge de l’Énergie et des Ressources minières, le taux d’accès à l’électricité aurait atteint 75 % au niveau national, contre 70 % en 2024. Une progression de cinq points présentée comme le résultat des investissements engagés pour étendre la couverture sur l’ensemble du territoire. Les autorités mettent en avant plusieurs projets structurants, notamment la centrale solaire de Blitta, d’autres initiatives photovoltaïques en cours, ainsi que le programme CIZO et le Fonds Tinga, soutenus par la World Bank et la Banque Ouest Africaine de Développement (BOAD). Sur le terrain toutefois, la situation apparaît plus contrastée. Dans plusieurs quartiers de Lomé, notamment Agoè-Alinka, Togblékopé, Fidokpui, Dikamé, Sivedome, Sanguéra ou encore Akato, de nombreux ménages recourent à des branchements informels, souvent qualifiés de « […]

Abubakar February 22, 2026

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Nigeria

More Money For Govt Yet Nigerians Get Poorer

A new analysis has shown that funds shared by the Federation Accounts Allocation Committee to the three tiers of government have surged sharply in the last four years, yet living conditions for most Nigerians keep deteriorating. The report revealed that total FAAC allocations jumped from about N9.18 trillion in 2022 to N10.9 trillion in 2023 and N15.26 trillion in 2024, an increase of roughly 66 percent within two years.​ Despite this rise in public revenue, poverty indicators remain grim, with more households struggling to afford food, transport, health care and housing. Rising inflation, weak job growth and the impact of subsidy removal have combined to wipe out any potential benefits of higher government earnings for ordinary citizens.​ Data in the report show that states and local governments have also benefited significantly from the higher inflows, receiving record amounts from FAAC […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA December 13, 2025

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Nigeria

World Bank Criticises Nigeria’s Social Protection System, Only 44% of Benefits Reach Poor

The World Bank has criticized the effectiveness of Nigeria’s social protection programmes, revealing in its latest report that only 44% of government-run benefits reach poor households, despite 56% of enrolled beneficiaries being classified as poor. The main flaw is fixed allocations per household, which dilute support for larger, poorer families. The National Home-Grown School Feeding Programme (NHGSFP), which targets individual pupils, achieves better coverage, but its reach is limited and not nationwide. Social protection spending is extremely low—just 0.14% of GDP, far below the 1.5% global average and 1.1% Sub-Saharan Africa average. The overall impact on poverty reduction is minimal: all safety-net programmes together lower poverty by only 0.4 percentage points. The National Social Safety Nets Programme (NASSP), using the National Social Registry (NSR) to identify vulnerable populations, performs better, reducing poverty by 4.3 percentage points for beneficiaries. Nigeria overwhelmingly […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA November 13, 2025

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Ahafo

Unequal Climate Resilience: Odawna Residents Left Behind as Accra’s GARID Project Expands

As Ghana intensifies its efforts to combat climate change, the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development Project (GARID) is transforming parts of the capital with upgraded drainage systems, cleaner waterways, and better living conditions in flood-prone communities such as Nima, Alajo, and Akweteman. However, residents of Odawna, just a few kilometers away, say they have been overlooked. Recurrent floods and rising heatwaves continue to disrupt daily life there, exposing deep inequalities in the country’s climate resilience drive. GARID, supported by the World Bank and the Ministry of Works and Housing, was launched to protect vulnerable urban communities from flooding and climate-related shocks. In areas like Nima and Alajo, its impact is clear: new concrete drains, raised walkways, and improved waste management systems have reduced waterlogging and improved sanitation. Residents report safer neighborhoods and a visible decline in flood damage. In […]

Ahmad October 29, 2025

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Nigeria

Tinubu’s Reforms Deepening Poverty, Says Peter Obi

Former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s administration, saying its much-publicised economic reforms are failing to lift Nigerians out of poverty. Obi’s comments followed a World Bank report released on October 8, 2025, which revealed that 139 million Nigerians now live below the poverty line—an increase from 87 million in 2023. In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday, Obi described the figures as a “heartbreaking reflection” of how poorly the government’s policies have performed. “What this means is that in two years under the watch of the APC regime, over 50 million Nigerians were sent into poverty,” Obi wrote.“This is a heartbreaking reflection of how deeply our nation is failing its citizens.” He expressed concern that instead of treating the report as a wake-up call, the government dismissed it, […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 14, 2025

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Nigeria

Presidency Rejects World Bank’s Poverty Report on Nigeria

The Nigerian Presidency has rejected a recent World Bank report estimating that 139 million Nigerians are living in poverty, calling the figure "unrealistic." In a statement, President Bola Tinubu's media adviser, Sunday Dare, argued that the World Bank's model uses a global poverty line of $2.15 per day, which, when converted, amounts to nearly ₦100,000 per month. He pointed out that this is higher than Nigeria's new minimum wage of ₦70,000, making the metric an "analytical construct" rather than a true reflection of local realities. The Presidency emphasized that the government is focused on its reform trajectory and social programs, such as expanded cash transfers and infrastructure funds, to drive inclusive growth. It stated that what matters is the direction of the economy, not a static figure based on outdated consumption data. While the World Bank commended Nigeria's bold economic […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 9, 2025

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new africa

World Bank: Poor sanitation costs Africa $200bn yearly

The World Bank has revealed that Africa loses an estimated $200 billion annually due to poor sanitation, warning that the crisis is undermining economic growth, public health, and climate resilience across the continent. In its latest report titled “The Global Sanitation Crisis: Pathways for Urgent Action” released on Tuesday, the Bank said nearly two in five people worldwide lack access to safe sanitation, with Africa carrying a disproportionate share of the burden. The study estimated that Africa’s GDP could rise by up to 5% if governments and stakeholders invested adequately in water and sanitation systems. “Every US$1 spent in Africa returns US$7 – adequate funding in the sector could boost GDP by 5 per cent, resulting in an annual economic gain of US$200 billion in Africa alone,” the report stated. The World Bank identified cholera, diarrhoea, and typhoid as preventable […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA September 16, 2025

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Nigeria

FG Pushes Nutrition Budget Tagging for Transparency

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to improving Nigeria’s health system by institutionalising nutrition budget tagging at both national and state levels. Speaking in Abuja at the opening of a four-day Training of Trainers workshop on Nutrition Budget Tagging, Acting Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, Dr. Sampson Ebimaro, said the initiative is aimed at enhancing transparency, accountability, and efficiency in resource allocation for nutrition programmes. The workshop is themed “Towards a National Picture: Advancing Nutrition Financing through Budget Tagging.” Dr. Ebimaro, representing Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Atiku Bagudu, noted that although nutrition is widely recognised as vital for health and socio-economic development, implementation remains weak. He cited the lack of a standardised method for tracking nutrition expenditure as a major challenge. “The importance of knowing how resources are allocated and […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA September 6, 2025

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General

World Bank Sounds Alarm: Global Gas Flaring Hits 17-Year High in 2024

2024 Gas Flaring Crisis: Key Findings Global flaring volume: ▲ 3 bcm to 151 bcm (highest since 2007) Flaring intensity: Unchanged for 15+ years (per barrel of oil produced) Top 9 flaring nations: Account for 75% of flares but <50% of oil output CO2e emissions: 389 million tonnes (incl. unburnt methane) ⚠️ Why This Matters ✔ Wasted energy: Flared gas could power millions in energy-poor regions✔ Climate impact: Methane from flares is 80x worse than CO₂ short-term✔ 2030 deadline: Zero Routine Flaring (ZRF) initiative is off-track 🌐 Regional Flaring Hotspots CountryTrendKey IssueRussia▲ FlaringAging infrastructureIraq▲ FlaringWeak regulationNigeria▼ Flaring (ZRF)Progress but still highUSA▲ Flaring (Permian)Shale boom side-effect 💡 World Bank’s Solutions 1️⃣ Policy Reform: Enforce stricter flaring bans & methane caps2️⃣ Tech Investment: Satellite monitoring (NOAA) + flare-capture systems3️⃣ Funding: GFMR grants for flare-to-power projects4️⃣ Corporate Accountability: Penalties for routine flaring 🗣️ Expert Warning *“Flaring is climate arson. Every year we delay, the 2030 zero-flaring goal slips further away.”*— Global Flaring and Methane Reduction (GFMR) Partnership 📌 Success Stories ✅ Norway: <1% flaring via strict taxes & gas […]

Ahmad July 30, 2025

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Hobby

BREAKING: AU Launches $50M Research Fund – Nigerian Think Tanks Can Apply

$50 Million Boost: AU Wants Nigerian Researchers to Lead Africa’s Future The African Union (AU) has launched a $50 million initiative to supercharge homegrown research and policy development—and Nigerian think tanks are eligible for $10 million grants. Goal? Turn Africa’s brightest minds into problem-solvers for the continent’s biggest challenges. 💰 How the Funding Works ✔ $50M Pool – Funded by the World Bank✔ 3-5 Winning Teams – Each gets $10M for 2.5 years✔ Focus Areas – Align with AU’s Agenda 2063 (education, health, tech, infrastructure, governance, sustainability)✔ Deadline – September 24, 2025 (Apply now!) 🎯 Why This Matters for Nigeria & Africa 🔹 Africa’s Research Crisis – Contributes <1% of global research (WHO 2024)🔹 Brain Drain Reversed – Funding keeps talent IN Africa🔹 Policy Impact – Research must drive real change (not just academic papers) "African think tanks must shape Africa’s future—not outsiders."— Fatou Diouf, ACBF Spokesperson 📜 Who Can Apply? ✅ African think tanks (Nigerian institutions encouraged)✅ Research consortia (3+ organizations collaborating)✅ Proposals must tackle AU’s six key themes 📅 Key Dates 🗓 Sept 24, 2025 – Submission deadline🗓 Nov 14, 2025 – […]

Ahmad July 26, 2025

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