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Benin-Niger Border Reopening Edges Closer as Experts Submit Reports to Tiani and Wadagni

Benin and Niger have moved closer to a Benin-Niger border reopening after expert committees submitted their findings to Presidents Romuald Wadagni and Abdourahamane Tiani, marking a key step toward restoring cross-border trade and cooperation.

Historic Niger Arlit Uranium Concession Revocation Shatters France’s Mining Grip

Niger has officially cancelled the historic Arlit uranium concession originally granted to France in 1968, ending more than five decades of French-linked uranium operations while launching a new state-owned mining company to take control.

Northeast Nigeria Security Crisis Deepens as Insurgent Attacks Intensify

Northeast Nigeria Security Crisis (March 2026): Over 300 abducted in Ngoshe as Islamist militants escalate to coordinated raids. Discover how weaponized drones and "Motorbike Blitz" tactics are shifting the insurgency landscape in the Lake Chad Basin.

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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.

Kubwa Gas Explosion: Car Rams Into Station, 9 Shops And Police Post Razed

The Kubwa gas explosion destroyed nine shops and a police traffic post after a car crashed into a gas station near Liberty Junction in Abuja. The driver and a child survived as emergency responders battled the blaze.

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