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UN Security Council Extends CAR Sanctions Until July 2027 Amid Security Concerns

July 30, 2026July 30, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The United Nations Security Council has unanimously adopted a resolution extending sanctions against armed groups and individuals operating in the Central African Republic (CAR) until July 31, 2027. The sanctions include asset freezes, travel bans, and restrictions on the supply of weapons and military equipment to armed groups. While Council members acknowledged progress made by […]

DR Congo Opposition Rejects Court Ruling Seen as Clearing Path for Tshisekedi’s Third Term

July 30, 2026July 30, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

Opposition politicians in the Democratic Republic of Congo, including members of the opposition coalition known as “C64,” have rejected a Constitutional Court ruling approving a referendum law that critics say could pave the way for President Félix Tshisekedi to seek a third term. The opposition described the ruling as a threat to the country’s constitutional […]

Ebola Outbreak Deepens Food Crisis in Eastern Congo, WFP Warns

July 30, 2026July 30, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The worsening Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is deepening food insecurity in a region already grappling with one of the world’s largest humanitarian crises, the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has warned. Speaking during a visit to Ituri province on Wednesday, WFP Acting Executive Director Carl Skau described the situation […]

NPP Accuses Mahama Government of Using Arrests, Bail Conditions to Silence Critics

July 25, 2026July 25, 2026Obianuju Nicole0

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) spokesperson for Gender and Social Protection, Akosua Manu, has accused the administration of President John Dramani Mahama of using arrests and stringent bail conditions to intimidate political opponents and suppress dissent. Speaking on recent political developments, Manu alleged that the arrests of some government critics appeared aimed at discouraging opposition […]

Rwanda reiterates its commitment to deepening trade, aviation, and ICT partnerships with Nigeria.

July 5, 2025July 5, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Rwanda reiterates its commitment to deepening trade, aviation, and ICT partnerships with Nigeria. Rwanda’s High Commissioner to Nigeria, Christophe Bazivamo, has reaffirmed his country’s dedication to enhancing collaboration with Nigeria across vital sectors such as trade, aviation, and information and communication technology (ICT). Bazivamo made this commitment on Friday in Abuja during the commemoration of […]