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West Africa
West Africa is a land region covering the entire western part of sub-Saharan Africa. It roughly includes the coastal countries north of the Gulf of Guinea up to the Senegal River, the countries within the Niger River basin, as well as the countries in the Sahelian hinterland.
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Benin: a man on trial for attempting to buy human remains
A man appeared this Thursday, June 5, 2025, before the Court for the Repression of Economic Offenses and Terrorism (CRIET) in a troubling case involving trafficking human remains… -
Mali: Russian paramilitary group Wagner announces the end of its mission
The Russian paramilitary group Wagner has officially announced its withdrawal from Mali, marking the end of a controversial presence of nearly three years alongside the Malian armed forces.… -
Mercato: Real Madrid joins the race for Victor Osimhen
Back in Naples after a successful loan in Naples, Victor Osimhen could be heading to Real Madrid this summer, as the Madrid club has targeted the Nigerian forward… -
Benin: Facing charges for attempting to sell his sister, a young man risks 3 years in prison
A man in his thirties appeared on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at the trial session of the Court for the Repression of Economic Crimes and Terrorism (CRIET), accused… -
Benin – Transparency in Public Finance: The National Assembly and the Court of Auditors Join Forces
The National Assembly and the Court of Auditors have formalized a cooperation and assistance agreement, marking a significant step in strengthening public finance control. The signing ceremony, held… -
Benin – Tabaski Festival: The government celebrates with Muslim faithful
This Friday, June 6, 2025, Muslim faithful in Benin, like their counterparts around the world, are celebrating Eid al-Adha, also known as Tabaski. One of the most sacred… -
“Truth will prevail,” Peter Okoye settles scores with his brothers
The Nigerian artist Peter Okoye, formerly a member of the famous duo P-Square, has spoken out on social media to publicly denounce the actions of his brothers Paul… -
Friendly: Nigeria grabs a draw against Russia in Moscow
Nigeria challenged Russia in Moscow on Friday night, in a friendly match. In the end, both teams finished with a draw (1-1). The Super Eagles of Nigeria showed… -
Benin: a motorcycle theft ring dismantled in Lokossa
Six motorcycles and two tricycles seized, three individuals arrested. The Republican Police dealt a major blow to a motorcycle theft network operating in Ouèdèmè, a locality in the… -
Benin: Romuald Irotori officially takes office as the new Secretary General of the Constitutional Court
The Constitutional Court officially has a new Secretary-General. Magistrate Romuald Irotori was sworn in on Thursday, June 5, 2025, during a plenary session presided over by Professor Dorothée… -
Benin: military personnel in front of Criet in a case of sale of military uniforms
The Court for the Suppression of Economic Offenses and Terrorism (CRIET) opened, Thursday, June 5, 2025, the trial of eight individuals prosecuted for abuse of function and complicity… -
Benin: Arrested by the OCRC, Julien Kansou Kandé in custody; what he is accused of
The Beninese political activist and writer Julien Kansou, 34, a member of the opposition party Les Démocrates (LD), was apprehended at his home this Thursday morning by members… -
Benin: Vigorous response by FDS to a jihadist attack in Tanguiéta
Northern Benin has once again been struck by the terrorist hydra. On the evening of Wednesday, June 4th, an armed attack targeted a post of the Defense and… -
Ukraine: A Russian commander breaks the silence and calls for an end to the conflict
A commander operating near the Ukrainian border, in the Kursk region, has openly called on the Kremlin to end the war in Ukraine. An unusual statement, all the… -
Regional Security: Nigeria considers total border closure to counter the jihadist threat
During a high-level conference on regional security held on June 3 in Abuja, General Christopher Musa, Chief of Staff of the Nigerian Armed Forces, proposed a rather radical… -
Security Cooperation: Benin and Egypt Strengthen Their Strategic Partnership
During his official visit to Egypt, Beninese Minister of Foreign Affairs, Olushegun Adjadi Bakari, was received this Wednesday by General Abdel Meguid Saqr, Minister of Defense and Commanding… -
Benin: Injured in a road accident in Ouèssè
A new traffic accident occurred this Wednesday, June 4, 2025, in the commune of Ouèssè, specifically near the village of Yawi, located in the Collines department. According to… -
Benin: PRD Reveals the True Meaning of Its Political Struggle
The Parti du Renouveau Démocratique (PRD) cannot continue merely being a figurehead. This unequivocal message was conveyed by its Deputy Secretary General, Gratien Ahouanmenou, in an interview with… -
Friendly: Russia expects a tough match against Nigeria
Russian midfielder Daniel Glebov is anticipating a tough encounter this Friday against the Super Eagles of Nigeria in a friendly match at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow. Victorious… -
Benin: new destination for Sessi d’Almeida
The Beninese midfielder, Sessi d’Almeida, has signed for two seasons with the Neftçi Baku club in the Azerbaijani first division. FC Neftçi Baku has acquired the services of… -
Benin: A Muslim couple and their baby found dead on Tabaski day in Cotonou
It is a shocking discovery that has plunged the Dégakon neighborhood in Akpakpa, in the 1st district of Cotonou, into deep sadness. On Friday, June 6, 2025, the… -
Nigeria declares June 12 as the national holiday
The Nigerian government has proclaimed June 12 as Democracy Day, said Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. On that day in 1999, President Olusegun Obasanjo was sworn in as… -
Nigeria: The very first onshore oil terminal comes into operation
The first locally designed and operated onshore oil terminal has been commissioned in Nigeria. The loading of the first quantities of crude onto a tanker was carried out… -
“For now, my priority is not sponsorship, it’s the vision,” Daniel Edah
A week after announcing his candidacy for the 2026 presidential election in Benin, Daniel Edah revisited the foundations of his announcement during an interview on public service. The… -
Benin: Colonel André Fofo Dokoui takes command of Operation Mirador
The Beninese military high command is undergoing a new strategic adjustment in its fight against terrorism. Colonel André Fofo Dokoui has been appointed Commander of the operation theater… -
Benin – Arrest of Julien Kandé Kansou: Response from the party Les Démocrates
The Les Démocrates party reacted to the arrest of Julien Kandé Kansou, an engaged poet and member of the communication cell of the opposition party Les Démocrates. He… -
Benin: Arrest of Julien Kandé Kansou, Poet and Member of the Les Démocrates Party
Julien Kandé Kansou, poet and member of the “Les Démocrates” party, was apprehended by the republican police on Thursday, June 6, 2025, at his home in Benin. The… -
Benin: list of agents from the Ministry of Preschool and Primary Education admitted to retirement
In Benin, several agents from the Ministry of Preschool and Primary Education will retire starting October 1, 2026, across the entire national territory in accordance with the regulatory… -
Benin: the singer Tyaf Papa Yazir makes his big comeback with “Hors Catégorie”
The Beninese artist Tyaf Papa Yazir released his new track “Hors Catégorie” in early May 2025 to win back the Beninese public and reclaim his artistic territory after… -
“The PRD activists no longer feel comfortable within UP le Renouveau,” Gratien Ahouanmenou
The Parti du Renouveau Démocratique (PRD) might be distancing itself from the Union Progressiste le Renouveau. In an interview given this Wednesday, June 4, 2025, to BIP Radio,…