ECOWAS defence chiefs meet on a standby force meant to contain terrorism and unconstitutional change of government.

The Kaduna State police says it has arrested 1,137 suspected criminals in the past two months.

WHO has reported at least 8,000 Mpox cases in Congo in 2024 resulting in 384 deaths.

Ambassador Joe Keshi has criticised the Kenyan police for opting for force over dialogue in response to protesters.

Gender activist Akiyode-Afolabi has been selected to join UN’s Spotlight Initiative Global Reference Group after intense review of 140 applications.

Ex-NIPOST CEO Adegbuyi has emphasised the need to clean up the NIMC system, removing any NINs without verifiable addresses.

IMF Director Julie Kozack, has conveyed condolences to Kenya and reiterated the institution’s commitment to its economic growth amid turmoil.

Multi-agency security forces have been deployed in Nairobi as youth-led protests plan daring march to State House on Thursday.

Suspected bandits have reportedly begun demanding monthly taxes from Benue residents, with a levy as high as N20m per month.

Information Minister Mohammed Idris has reiterated the federal government’s support for a free press and responsible journalism

Israeli investors are set to establish a solar-powered farm in Rivers State, aimed at boosting agriculture and food security.

Governors have set a common agenda for the NEC meeting, with discussions centred around minimum wage, local government autonomy, taxes.

Following violent protests, Kenyan President Ruto has withdrawn the 2024 finance bill, says he will begin dialogues with youth.

Nkeiruka Onyejeocha has highlighted the importance of education in eradicating child labour at the ILO’s 2022 forced labour survey presentation.

Judge Nwite has ordered Nigeria’s AGF and Naval Chief to release MV Blue Shark to its owners after a settlement.

Bemoaning the state of Nigeria’s health sector, Peter Obi says most homes now resort to prayers when they are sick.

President Tinubu has assured the NDLEA of support in its ongoing fight against substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking.

Six students of a government secondary school in Kaduna State reportedly died in a river after writing junior WAEC exams.

NDLEA Boss Buba Marwa says the agency destroyed 1,057 hectares of cannabis farms in three years.

Dangote Refinery spokesperson Anthony Chiejina confirmed a fire on Wednesday was contained with no injuries recorded.