Frexit: Why Ivory Coast is joining African campaign to expel French troops Ivory Coast is the sixth in a growing list of African nations cutting military ties with former colonial power France. Al Jazeera · Jan 3, 2025
‘Left at the mercy of jihadists’: Niger’s junta fails to curb surge in violence Islamic State affiliate expands control since 2023 coup, killing hundreds of civilians and enslaving women, as media ban allows regime to cover up attacks The Guardian - UK · Dec 31, 2024
Nigerian Military Fighter Jet Mistakenly Bombs Civilians, Killing 10 A tragic incident in Sokoto, Nigeria where a military jet mistakenly bombed civilians, highlighting the insecurity challenges in the region. Top News · Dec 27, 2024
Ecowas bloc extends six-month grace period for departing Sahel states West African leaders are giving the three Sahel countries led by military governments six months to reconsider their decision to quit the regional bloc Ecowas, as security issues and movements of populations cause concern among its 12 remaining members. Radio France Internationale · Dec 20, 2024
ECOWAS Approves Exit Timeline For Coup-Hit Nations ECOWAS approves exit timeline for coup-hit nations Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso, posing challenges for regional stability. Top News · Dec 15, 2024
West Africa bloc meets as military rulers vow to quit West African leaders from the regional group ECOWAS met on Sunday for a summit with three nation members led by military governments on the brink of quitting the bloc. Radio France Internationale · Dec 15, 2024
W.Africa Bloc Meets As Military Rulers Vow To Quit West African leaders from the regional group ECOWAS met on Sunday for a summit with three nation members led by military governments on the brink of quitting the bloc. International Business Times · Dec 15, 2024
Niger junta suspends BBC accusing it of 'spreading false news' in coverage of attack Niger’s ruling junta suspended the BBC for three months over its coverage of an extremist attack that allegedly killed dozens of Nigerien soldiers and civilians The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2024
Niger soldiers killed in 'terrorist attack' near Burkina Faso Ten soldiers were killed and another seven wounded in a "terrorist attack" in western Niger near the border with Burkina Faso, the army said in its operational bulletin on Wednesday. Radio France Internationale · Dec 12, 2024
Chad’s break with France: why it happened and what it means for power dynamics in the Sahel region For over six decades, Chad was a crucial ally to French and US forces in their counter-insurgency operations in the Sahel. But both lost influence because of repeated mistakes. The Conversation · Dec 11, 2024
Senegal 'making progress' convincing military regimes in Sahel to remain with Ecowas Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has said he is 'making progress' in a mediation mission with junta-led Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger, after the trio announced their departure from regional bloc Ecowas. Radio France Internationale · Dec 9, 2024
Niger military junta seizes control of French uranium operations French nuclear group Orano has announced that authorities in Niger have taken "operational control" of its uranium mining unit, in an escalating conflict between the company and the country's ruling junta. Radio France Internationale · Dec 5, 2024
France's Orano Says Niger Junta Controls Uranium Firm French nuclear group Orano said Wednesday that authorities in Niger had taken "operational control" of its uranium mining unit, in an escalating spat between the company and the country's military junta. International Business Times · Dec 4, 2024
At least 54 dead and more than 100 missing after boat capsizes in Nigeria Divers are still searching the waters but hope is fading on finding any survivors Evening Standard · Dec 1, 2024
Al Jazeera · Nov 30, 2024 At least 27 dead after boat capsizes in Nigeria Latest tragedy to hit busy waterways leaves more than 100 missing, with causes ranging from turbulence to age of vessel.
Top News · Nov 29, 2024 Boat Capsizes On River Niger, Dozens Missing In Nigeria Tragic boat capsizing in Nigeria highlights safety concerns in water transportation. Efforts underway to enhance safety protocols and prevent future incidents.
Radio France Internationale · Nov 28, 2024 Nigerian businesses court French investors during Tinubu's landmark visit President Bola Tinubu's state visit to France brings a delegation of Nigerian business leaders seeking new investment in Africa's largest economy. It also reflects growing efforts to strengthen economic links between Nigeria and France.
International Business Times · Nov 28, 2024 Nigerian President Woos French Investment On State Visit President Bola Tinubu said on Thursday Nigeria is "open for business" as he embarked on a state visit to France, with Paris looking to boost ties in English-speaking Africa following a series of setbacks with former allies on the continent.
International Business Times · Nov 27, 2024 Nigerian State Visit Signals Shift In France's Africa Strategy President Bola Tinubu will begin a two-day trip to France on Thursday, the first state visit by a Nigerian leader in more than two decades, as Paris seeks to boost ties with anglophone Africa.
The Conversation · Nov 26, 2024 Terrorism is spreading in west Africa – foreign and regional collaboration are needed to fight the threat The United States army has completed its withdrawal from Niger after 11 years of military cooperation with the west African country.
Radio France Internationale · Nov 24, 2024 EU recalls envoy to junta-run Niger, spokesperson says The European Union said on Saturday it had recalled its envoy from Niger because the ruling junta had questioned the way the bloc delivered aid to the West African country.
The Independent UK · Nov 21, 2024 Africa’s junta-led nations use music to push their latest anti-imperialism drive Thousands from across the junta-led countries in Africa’s Sahel region were gathering this week in the Nigerien capital of Niamey to condemn what they call the West’s imperialist agenda and to drive support for their military regimes
Top News · Nov 20, 2024 Nigerian Government Convoy Ambushed By Boko Haram Insurgents Recent Boko Haram attack in Nigeria highlights ongoing conflict and impact on civilians. Insurgents target security convoy, disrupting power supplies and c...
The Conversation · Nov 20, 2024 Military rule is on the rise in Africa – nothing good came from it in the past In the last few years, there has been a spate of military coups in Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso, Sudan and Guinea. Military rule, long dormant in African politics, is back.
The Conversation · Nov 17, 2024 Nigeria’s terror group Lakurawa is nothing new – it exists because of government’s failure: analysts The Nigerian army has spoken of attacks on the Niger-Nigeria border in 2024 as being carried out by a new terrorist group.