Samuel Okechukwu Oruruo

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RSF Drone Strike on El Obeid Kills Two, Wounds 17 at Displacement Shelter

At least two people were killed and 17 others wounded, including nine children, after a RSF Drone Strike on El Obeid targeted a displacement shelter in Sudan's North Kordofan state, raising fresh international alarm over civilian safety.

Intra-African Trade Still Stalls 5 Years Into AfCFTA as Africa Trades More With the World

Five years after the African Continental Free Trade Area became operational, intra-African trade has barely shifted from pre-agreement levels, remaining at around 15–18 percent of total trade. Despite modest gains in payment systems, corridor efficiency, and ratification progress, Africa continues to trade more with external partners than within itself

Nigeria State Police Bill Set for Senate Vote Tuesday in Emergency Session

The Nigeria State Police Bill is set for a decisive Senate vote during an emergency plenary session in Abuja. The proposed constitutional amendment would establish state police forces alongside the federal police, marking one of the most significant security reforms in Nigeria's history.

Nigeria Sets June 30 Deadline for Nigerian Evacuation from South Africa

Nigeria has set a June 30 deadline to complete the evacuation of its citizens from South Africa following escalating violence against migrants, renewed diplomatic tensions, and warnings of possible retaliatory measures against South African business interests in Nigeria.

Niger Airport Attack Sparks Manhunt After 11 Soldiers, 2 Civilians Killed

Niger’s military has launched a large-scale manhunt after a deadly Niger airport attack in Niamey left 11 soldiers and two civilians dead, with jihadist group JNIM claiming responsibility for the assault on Diori Hamani International Airport and a nearby military base.

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Consulate Seeks Probe Into Deaths of 3 Nigerians in South Africa

Three Nigerians in South Africa died in separate incidents across Bloemfontein, Pretoria and Ekurhuleni within four days, prompting diplomatic intervention from Nigeria and renewed calls for thorough investigations into the circumstances surrounding their deaths.

AES Integration Expands as Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger Align Telecoms and Trade

AES integration is moving beyond military cooperation as Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger align telecommunications regulation, media governance and economic policies. New agreements suggest the Alliance of Sahel States is steadily building common institutions across the confederation.

Abeïbara Strike: Mali Claims 50 Fighters Killed in Kidal Operation

Mali's military says an Abeïbara strike killed at least 50 fighters in Kidal. Independent confirmation remains absent as analysts question casualty claims and the wider security situation.

CBN to Force Banks to Honour Domiciliary Account Withdrawals

The Central Bank of Nigeria is preparing measures to compel banks to honour domiciliary account withdrawals after complaints from customers who say they are being denied access to their foreign currency funds despite meeting account requirements.
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