Security

Are African ‘water wars’ looming as the AU elevates water to top of 2026 agenda?

Climate shocks, scarcity, geopolitics and industry pressures put Africa’s most vital resource under the spotlight ...

Attacks in Nakpanduri Trigger Transfers, Resignations Among Security Personnel — Interior Minister

Persistent attacks and hostility from residents in parts of Ghana’s North East Region have forced ...

‘Monstrous’ Cyclone Gezani Slams Madagascar, Death Toll Rises to 20

  At least 20 people have been confirmed dead and dozens injured after Cyclone Gezani ...

Gunfire Erupts Near Central Prison in Guinea’s Capital, Triggers Heavy Security Response

  Heavy gunfire near Guinea’s central prison in Conakry on Tuesday prompted a swift security ...

Ethiopia Demands Immediate Withdrawal of Eritrean Troops Amid Rising Border Tensions

Ethiopia has formally demanded that Eritrea immediately withdraw its troops from Ethiopian territory, accusing its ...

West African Leaders Agree on Permanent Security Pact as Terror Attacks Intensify

West African leaders have agreed to establish a permanent and structured regional security framework to ...

Jihadists Blamed as Deadly Attack Torches Fuel Convoy in Western Mali

Authorities in western Mali have blamed jihadist fighters for a deadly attack on a fuel ...

MILITARY

Nigeria Gets US Military Boost Post-Strikes

In a significant move to strengthen bilateral security ties, the United States officially delivered a ...

STUDENTS

St. Mary’s School Attack: 100 Students Freed

Tears of relief mixed with lingering anxiety in Abuja overnight as parents were finally reunited ...

US Congress

US Congress to Probe Alleged Persecution of Christians in Nigeria

The United States House Appropriations Committee will lead a joint congressional briefing on Tuesday. The ...

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