Gunfire and explosions were heard in parts of Niamey, Niger’s capital, early Saturday, with reports of heavy shooting around a military base near the city’s international airport. The source of the attack remained unclea…
Coach of Nigeria’s Senior Women’s Handball National Team, Michael Taangahar, has unveiled a 16-player squad for the inaugural IHF Women’s Nations Trophy Africa Zone III, scheduled for September 2 to 6, 2026, in Ouagadoug…
Presidential Candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has said he would end insecurity in Nigeria within one year of assuming office if elected in the 2027 general elections. Since the commence…
Bendel Insurance chairman, Jarrett Tenebe, has expressed confidence that the Benin Arsenals can end their 47-year wait for a Nigeria Premier Football League title in the 2026/27 season. Tenebe stated this while speaking…
There’s growing agreement that under-18s need to be protected – but international turmoil is pushing many towards wedlock Every minute, 23 girls around the world wed, according to the Girls Not Brides campaign, a coaliti…
[Liberian Investigator] Liberia has long been recognized for its hospitality and its tradition of welcoming people from neighboring countries seeking peace, security, and economic opportunities.
[Premium Times] Having already conquered the WAFU B region in 2024, Edo Queens arrive with valuable experience of the competition and will be targeting another deep run as they seek to secure a place at the continental s…
Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger convene their first joint parliamentary session in Niamey this week. Members were appointed, not elected. The post The Sahel Juntas Open a Parliament in Niamey appeared first on The Rio Times…
Edo Queens receive widespread prayers and support across Edo State ahead of their CAF Women’s Champions League WAFU B qualifiers in Burkina Faso. Read More: https://punchng.com/edo-queens-get-home-support-ahead-caf-quali…
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[African Arguments] Since 2020, soldiers have seized power in Mali, Guinea, Sudan, Burkina Faso (twice), Niger, and Gabon. In every case, the announcement has followed the same script: corruption has hollowed out the sta…
Nigeria is exploring new fibre routes through Niger and Benin to reduce internet costs in landlocked Burkina Faso by up to 50%. Discover how Nigeria’s digi Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-explores-fibre-expansion-…
[MFWA] This report examines the state of press freedom and freedom of expression in Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger and Guinea, four West African countries under military-led governments that have experienced coups since 2021.
[Daily Trust] Coach Abdul Maikaba has blamed Nigeria's Flying Eagles' heavy 4-1 defeat to Burkina Faso in the final of the 2026 WAFU Zone B U-20 Championship on the three early goals conceded by his side.
Burkina Faso · INFRASTRUCTURE Key Facts —New law: Law No. 010-2026/ALP was adopted by the transitional legislature on 15 April 2026 and recorded on 2 August 2026, overhauling postal regulation. —Digital integration: The…
[Premium Times] It was a tough afternoon for the defending champions, who were undone by a blistering first-half display from the Young Stallions.
I n 2012, Michael L. Ross published a book entitled: THE OIL CURSE: HOW PETROLEUM WEALTH SHAPES THE DEVELOPMENT OF NATIONS. The book turned out to be a landmark. It made waves and it elicited rave reviews and comments. T…
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles suffer a 4-1 defeat to Burkina Faso, missing out on the 2027 U-20 AFCON and World Cup. Read about the match. Read More: https://punchng.com/burkina-faso-beat-nigeria-to-u-20-afcon-ticket/
Flying Eagles coach Maikaba and defender Wahab are confident of victory against Burkina Faso in the WAFU Zone B U-20 Championship final. Nigeria aims to re Read More: https://punchng.com/feagles-coach-maikaba-eyes-victor…
Burkina Faso · POLITICS Key Facts —Project cost: The Sankara memorial is valued at about 117 billion CFA francs as of August 2026, up from an earlier estimate of 35 billion CFA francs in the late 2010s. —Location and sca…