Vice President Kashim Shettima is in Conakry to represent Nigeria at Mamady Doumbouya's swearing-in. This marks Guinea's return to constitutional rule and highlights Nigeria's commitment to West African democracy and economic ties. Read more.
Taraba youths call on President Tinubu to resolve the Vice-Chancellor selection crisis at Federal University Wukari to prevent unrest and protect educational gains. Read their urgent appeal.
NiDCOM Chairman Abike Dabiri-Erewa highlights persistent border obstacles hindering free movement in West Africa, citing a Nigerian biker's ordeal. She urges ECOWAS leaders to act.
Global leaders condemn the US airstrike & arrest of Venezuela's President Maduro as a breach of international law & sovereignty. ECOWAS, EU, China, Russia react.
West African neighbours Benin and Niger expel diplomats in a tit-for-tat move. Tensions have soared since Niger's 2023 coup and a failed putsch in Benin. Read the full details.
Niger Delta Youth Congress raises alarm over threats to Nigeria's multiparty system and internal PDP crises. Calls for restraint in Rivers State to protect democratic stability.
West African leaders must move beyond communiqués to implement democratic reforms. This editorial analyses ECOWAS's credibility gap, citing coups, bad governance, and Nigeria's role. Action is needed now.
UK-based PDP chieftain Niyi Aborisade warns that economic hardship, not political defections, will determine President Tinubu's fate in 2027. He alleges APC is deliberately weakening opposition.
UN reports over 10,000 people displaced in Sudan in just 3 days as violence spreads. The conflict has created the world's largest hunger crisis. Read the full report.
West African stakeholders call for urgent, coordinated action against human trafficking, highlighting its $150bn annual profit and 75% child victim rate. Learn about the regional strategy.
Guinea-Bissau's military rulers release six opposition members detained since the November coup, calling it a step towards constitutional order. Read the latest on the crisis.
The House of Representatives resolves to investigate the detention of a Nigerian military aircraft and personnel in Burkina Faso. Lawmakers call for urgent diplomatic action via ECOWAS and AU frameworks for their release.
An in-depth analysis of Nigeria's overlapping crises in 2025: escalating insecurity killing thousands, soaring food inflation, and governance failures. Discover the root causes and a 7-step framework for national recovery.
Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Abuja for Côte d'Ivoire to attend the inauguration of President Alassane Ouattara. Read more about the strong Nigeria-Côte d'Ivoire ties.
Nigeria's government condemns the attempted coup in Benin, calls for calm, and reaffirms commitment to regional stability and democratic governance. Read the full statement.
A coup attempt by soldiers in Benin Republic was foiled, leading to 13 arrests. Nigeria deployed fighter jets for surveillance as regional bodies condemn the act. Read the full details.
Benin's government announced it thwarted a coup attempt by soldiers who seized state TV. President Patrice Talon is safe. Read the latest details on the unfolding situation.
Luqman Mamudu, former NADDC boss, says West Africa must fix border bottlenecks to unlock AfCFTA's trade potential. He calls for digital platforms and one-stop border posts.
ECOWAS Parliament fails to reach consensus on Guinea-Bissau military takeover, exposing deep divisions over tackling coups in West Africa. Read the full report.
Guinea-Bissau's election commission says gunmen stole vote tally sheets, leaving the presidential result unknown. Nigeria grants opposition candidate protection. Read the full story.
ECOWAS Parliament opens 2025 session in Abuja, strongly condemns the military coup in Guinea-Bissau and reaffirms commitment to regional democracy and stability. Read the full story.
Nigeria grants asylum to Guinea-Bissau opposition leader Fernando Dias da Costa following a military coup. Read about ECOWAS response and regional stability efforts.
ECOWAS Parliament strongly condemns the military coup in Guinea-Bissau, labeling it an assault on democracy. High-level talks begin December 3rd. Read the full story.
Nigeria grants asylum to Guinea-Bissau opposition candidate Fernando Costa after military coup. President Tinubu's move underscores commitment to regional democracy. Read the full story.
ECOWAS Court delegation concludes a week-long study visit to European human rights institutions to improve enforcement of its own rulings. Discover the key takeaways.
Nigeria grants asylum to Guinea-Bissau opposition candidate Fernando Dias da Costa after military coup. President Tinubu approves protection as ECOWAS suspends Guinea-Bissau. Read the full story.
Political analyst warns PDP faces electoral irrelevance in 2027 without resolving internal conflicts. Learn about the expulsion of Wike, Fayose and party divisions threatening Nigeria's main opposition.
Nigerian cleric Primate Ayodele warns ECOWAS of impending 2026 crisis affecting 9 African countries following Guinea-Bissau coup. Read full analysis and predictions.
President Bola Tinubu received former President Goodluck Jonathan at Aso Rock following his safe return from Guinea-Bissau where election monitoring was disrupted by military unrest. Read full details.
Timi Frank condemns alleged staged coup in Guinea-Bissau, demands immediate release of opposition leader Pereira and full election results declaration. International pressure urged.