Samuel Okechukwu Oruruo

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Africa’s $2 Billion Surveillance Expansion Raises Accountability Questions

A new report reveals over $2 billion spent on AI surveillance in Africa across 11 countries, raising urgent questions about oversight, accountability, and public trust.

Afreximbank Unleashes $10bn Crisis Fund as Middle East Shock Hits Africa

Afreximbank has activated a $10bn crisis fund to shield African economies from the ripple effects of the Iran war, as rising fuel costs, trade disruptions and currency pressures intensify across the continent.

Germany ‘Rejects’ Fani-Kayode: What It Means for Other Ambassadorial Nominees

Germany’s reported rejection of Femi Fani-Kayode’s nomination is putting Nigeria’s ambassadorial picks under fresh scrutiny, with implications for other nominees awaiting approval

Western Sahara Self-Determination at Risk as UN Report Questions New Negotiation Framework

A UN report raises concerns that new negotiations could weaken Western Sahara self-determination, shifting focus from a referendum to autonomy under Morocco.

ECOWAS Moves Ahead With Regional Force as Jihadist Threat Spreads Across West Africa

West African military chiefs are activating an ECOWAS anti-jihadist force as terrorism expands from the Sahel toward coastal states, raising pressure for coordinated regional action.

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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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