Samuel Okechukwu Oruruo

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WaterAid, Partners Launch Community-Run Sanitation Model in Abuja Community

A new community-run sanitation model has been launched in Kwaita Community, Abuja, where residents will manage water and sanitation facilities delivered through a partnership involving WaterAid Nigeria, FSI and Black Pelican.

The Ségou Treasure Was Stolen. Returning It Deserves No Applause

France's new restitution law has revived hopes that the Ségou treasure could return to Mali. But returning property seized during colonial conquest is not a gift, a favour or a reason for celebration. It is the correction of a historical wrong.

Ageing African Leaders: Biya and the Succession Question

Paul Biya's prolonged stay abroad has revived questions about ageing African leaders, presidential frailty, military control and succession across the continent.

Europe Africa Relations Fray as Africa Rejects Old Hierarchies

Europe Africa relations are facing a profound transformation as African governments increasingly demand partnerships based on mutual respect rather than historical influence. From the Sahel to FIFA politics, Africa's growing confidence is reshaping diplomatic ties .

Civic Space Is Rapidly Closing Across 9 East and Central African States as Impunity Deepens

Civic space is narrowing across East and Central Africa as governments increase pressure on journalists, academics, opposition leaders and protesters. From Uganda and Kenya to Tanzania, Ethiopia and Eritrea, rights groups warn that repression is growing while accountability remains scarce.

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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.

Senegal Doctors Strike Begins As Diphtheria Outbreak Grows

A three-day Senegal doctors strike has begun nationwide, restricting public hospitals to emergency services only. The walkout comes as a diphtheria outbreak spreads across Senegal, with more than 100 confirmed cases and 11 deaths reported across 12 regions.
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