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CAR Elections Open, Touadera Seeks Third Term

Voters in the Central African Republic head to the polls as President Faustin-Archange Touadera seeks a third term after constitutional changes. Critics call the vote a sham.

8 Yoruba Republic Agitators Arrested in Ogun

Ogun State Police arrest eight persons linked to the Democratic Republic of Yoruba for alleged public disturbance, unlawful assembly, and assault on officers on Christmas Day in Sango-Ota.

Bago signs Niger's N1.07 trillion 2026 budget

Governor Umaru Bago has enacted Niger State's N1.073 trillion 2026 budget, with over N783bn for capital projects. Nasarawa Assembly also passes N545.2bn appropriation bill. Read the details.

Niger State's N1.073 Trillion 2026 Budget Signed

Governor Umaru Bago has signed Niger State's 2026 budget of over N1.073 trillion into law, with capital expenditure exceeding N783 billion. The governor praised the Assembly for swift passage.

EU Probes Czech State Aid for Dukovany Nuclear Plant

The European Commission has launched an inquiry into Czech government support for two new nuclear reactors. The probe focuses on a multi-billion euro loan and price guarantee scheme. Read the full details.

Benin Ex-Minister Held in Failed Coup Probe

Former Benin defence minister Candide Azannai is in pre-trial detention over a foiled coup plot. Get the latest on the arrests and political tensions in West Africa.

Tinubu holds closed-door meeting with military chiefs

President Bola Tinubu held a crucial closed-door meeting with Nigeria's service chiefs at the Presidential Villa. This is his first meeting with the high command since appointing the Defence Minister. Details inside.

Female arms courier arrested with 2,500 ammunition

Niger State Police apprehend a 35-year-old woman, Zuwaira Usman, transporting 2,500 AK-47 rounds. The suspect reveals a criminal network spanning Kaduna and Delta states. Read the full details of the interstate arms smuggling bust.

Nigeria Reacts to Failed Coup Attempt in Benin

Nigeria's Federal Government condemns the failed military coup in Benin Republic. Foreign Affairs Minister Yusuf Tuggar denounces the assault on democracy. Read the full statement and details.

Nigeria Sends Fighter Aircraft to Benin Amid Coup

Nigeria has deployed fighter aircraft to Benin Republic for surveillance following a military coup that ousted President Patrice Talon. Read the latest on regional security implications.

Dele Momodu Reveals How He Missed Benin Republic Coup

Chief Dele Momodu shares a chilling account of how a missing car document forced a last-minute change of plans, narrowly avoiding being caught in the Benin Republic military coup. Read his full story.

Benin Republic Military Seizes Power in Coup

Lieutenant-Colonel Tigri Pascal leads a successful military coup in Benin Republic, overthrowing President Patrice Talon. Borders closed, constitution suspended. Full report.

Two Pastors Arrested in Niger Child Trafficking Ring

Niger State Police have arrested three more suspects, including two pastors, and rescued three additional children sold for N3.7 million. A total of nine children have now been recovered in the ongoing investigation.

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