Tag: #WestAfrica
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WABSU APPLAUDS NFF FOR SETTING UP BEACH SOCCER, FUTSAL INTERIM BOARD
The West African Beach Soccer Union (WABSU) has commended the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) for establishing an interim board to oversee beach soccer and futsal in the country, describing the move as a major boost for the development of the sport. In a statement, WABSU Zone B Executive Chairman, Mbabia Yves, praised the NFF’s decision,…
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U.N. READY TO SUPPORT STATE POLICE, REGIONAL BORDER SECURITY EFFORTS IN WEST AFRICA – JIMOH IBRAHIM
Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Jimoh Ibrahim, says the UN is prepared to support initiatives aimed at strengthening state policing and regional border security across West Africa. Speaking in New York during a meeting with Nigeria’s Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, alongside senior international officials, Jimoh said rising insecurity in the Sahel…
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POLICE REPORT PROGRESS IN INVESTIGATION OF BENIN MARKET ABDUCTION
The Edo State Police Command says it has made significant progress in the investigation into the abduction of a woman at a popular market along Airport Road in Benin City. According to the police, operatives from the Anti-Violent Crime Unit and Anti-Kidnapping Unit are actively tracking the suspects involved in the incident, which gained widespread…
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ECOWAS PARLIAMENT MEETS IN DAKAR TO ADVANCE RENEWABLE ENERGY AND RURAL ELECTRIFICATION
West African lawmakers and stakeholders are gathering in Dakar, Senegal, for a week-long ECOWAS Parliament meeting focused on renewable energy and rural electrification across the region. The meeting will explore strategies to expand access to sustainable electricity, particularly in rural communities where many people still lack reliable power. Discussions will focus on renewable energy solutions…
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CANADA ANNOUNCES $30M NEW SUPPORT INITIATIVES IN WEST AFRICA
Canada has announced more than $30 million new support for initiatives in Nigeria and across West Africa. The Secretary of State for International Development, Canada, Mr Randeep Sarai, announced this at a reception organised in his honour by the Canadian Deputy High Commission on Friday night in Lagos. He said the initiatives would strengthen health…
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POLICE RESCUE 30 TRAFFICKING VICTIMS, ARREST 13 SUSPECTS IN NASARAWA
The Nigeria Police Force says it has dismantled a transnational human trafficking syndicate and rescued 30 victims during an operation in Nasarawa State. Police spokesperson, DCP Anthony Placid, said 13 suspects were arrested over allegations including human trafficking, criminal conspiracy, unlawful detention, obtaining money under false pretence, and staged kidnapping for ransom. According to the…
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WEST AFRICA LAUNCHES 5-YEAR PLAN TO FIGHT DEMOCRATIC BACKSLIDE AND POVERTY
With coups rising and millions facing food insecurity, CDD-West Africa unveils a bold strategy to protect democracy and lift communities. The Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD-West Africa) has launched a 2026–2030 strategic plan to tackle democratic decline, prevent conflict, and promote people-centred development across West Africa. Dr Dauda Garuba, the CDD director, said the…
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ECOWAS, UN JOIN FORCES TO BOOST PEACE AND SECURITY IN WEST AFRICA
With rising instability in the Sahel, ECOWAS and the UN are tightening cooperation to keep West Africa on a path to peace and stability. The Economic Community of West African States and the United Nations have reaffirmed their shared commitment to strengthening peace and security across West Africa and the Sahel. This came during a…
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UNODC WARNS: CRIME, CORRUPTION FUEL EXTREMISM IN NIGERIA
From drug trafficking to dirty money—experts say the roots of violent extremism in Nigeria run deeper than just ideology. The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime has flagged organised crime, corruption, and illicit financial flows as major drivers of violent extremism in Nigeria. Speaking ahead of a new national strategy rollout, UNODC Country Representative…
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BENIN POLL FRONT-RUNNER PLANS NEW POLICE FORCE TO FIGHT JIHADISTS
With attacks rising near its borders, Benin’s leading presidential candidate is proposing a bold new security strategy ahead of elections. Romuald Wadagni has pledged to establish municipal police forces in northern border towns to combat growing jihadist threats if elected president. Unveiling his platform ahead of the April 12 election, Wadagni said localised policing would…
