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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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CAN 2025: Babangida sees Nigeria win the title
For former Nigerian international Tijani Babangida, only a victory in Morocco will erase the disappointment of being knocked out in the play-offs for the 2026 World Cup. Former… -
Tems reveals the kind of men she can’t date or marry.
In Complex, Nigerian singer Tems explained that she ends any relationship where the other person doesn’t try to be her friend or to really get to know her.… -
In Benin, a failed coup d’état — but one that raises many questions
Sunday, April 7, 2025, Benin woke up shocked by an attempted coup that was quickly foiled. A group of soldiers briefly occupied the national television to announce the… -
Why Cotonou Airport is changing its name: the government’s explanation
In the Council of Ministers on Wednesday, December 3, the Beninese government changed the name of Cotonou airport, now called “Aéroport Bernardin GANTIN”. Questioned on Friday, December 5,… -
150 Beninese migrants repatriated from Algeria as part of a voluntary return
A group of 150 Beninese nationals in an irregular situation in Algeria were repatriated to Cotonou on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. They landed at Cotonou airport on a… -
Cotonou: Dates announced for the draw for the PK3 modern market
The draw procedure to allocate stalls at the PK3 modern market in Cotonou will take place on dates to be announced shortly, the competent authority said. This operation… -
Foiled coup attempt in Benin: Nigeria lent a helping hand in the response
Nigerian air forces deployed a fighter to Benin to carry out aerial reconnaissance after a coup attempt was foiled Sunday morning in Benin, the Beninese government and the… -
Benin: Patrice Talon’s statement after Sunday’s attempted coup
President of the Republic Patrice Talon addressed the Beninese nation and the international community on Sunday evening, a few hours after a mutiny carried out by a group… -
Benin: Cotonou rocked this Sunday by an attempted coup
Benin was shaken early this Sunday, December 7, by a confused situation quickly contained by the security forces. According to initial information gathered, a group of soldiers reportedly… -
Attempted coup in Benin: government reassures, situation under control
Benin experienced, on Sunday, December 7, a new phase of tension after an incursion by soldiers into several of the country’s strategic installations. While reports spoke of the… -
Attempted coup in Benin, the army says it has regained control
An extremely confused situation unfolded in Benin on the morning of Sunday, December 7, 2025. According to reports, an attempted coup was launched at dawn in Cotonou. The… -
Victor Osimhen reveals his “rituals” before every match
Before every kick-off, Victor Osimhen isolates himself with the sounds of Olamide, Nas and Damian Marley to get fully focused. The Galatasaray striker explained how those tracks help… -
2026 General Elections: CENA launches “eAccréditation” for observers
The Commission électorale nationale autonome (CENA) is modernizing the electoral observation framework with the official launch, on Friday, 5 December 2025, of eAccréditation, a platform entirely dedicated to… -
Ivory Coast – FPI reunification: Sangaré calls it a “sham” and rejects the initiative
In Côte d’Ivoire, the president of the FPI’s ‘Democracy and Values’ faction, Issiaka Sangaré, firmly rejects the holding of a reunification congress announced for January 2026. The initiative,… -
Dangbo: the PRMP suspended for five years after irregularities in public procurement procedures
Marc Dansou, Person Responsible for Public Procurement (PRMP) of the Municipality of Dangbo, has been suspended from his duties for a period of five years. The Public Procurement… -
Niger: over 200 terrorists neutralized in November, army says
The Nigerien Defense and Security Forces announced on Thursday that they had “neutralized” 205 terrorists and arrested 136 people involved in terrorist acts or criminal networks operating on… -
Houègbo toll: two extra lanes for light vehicles starting January 2026
This commissioning responds to the need to improve traffic flow on this major stretch, which regularly faces heavy traffic. The decision aligns with the provisions of Order No.… -
Soybean grain: the government kicks off the 2025–2026 campaign and confirms free pricing
The Beninese government has set the marketing framework for soybean grain for the 2025–2026 season. According to the ministers in charge of Industry and Commerce and of Agriculture,… -
Basile Ahossi: “In my life, I’ve never betrayed anyone and I never will”
Léon Basile Ahossi has broken his silence about his resignation from Les Démocrates. Speaking on Bip Radio, the party’s former third vice-president clarified the circumstances of his departure… -
Ivory Coast: 4 arrests during an anti-drug operation
In Côte d’Ivoire, a large-scale operation against drug trafficking was carried out on Monday, December 1, 2025, in Vavoua, in the Haut-Sassandra region, by the Cellule antidrogue de… -
Nigeria: CAF pays tribute to William Troost-Ekong after his international retirement
CAF praised the exemplary career of the former Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong, who has brought an end to ten years of service in the Nigeria jersey. The… -
Benin – 2026 Budget: Basile Ahossi expresses reservations despite praise from the ruling movement
While several MPs from the majority praised the progress contained in the State budget for fiscal year 2026, Hon. Léon Basile Ahossi, second vice-president of the National Assembly,… -
Benin: Léon Basile Ahossi officially announces his resignation from the Les Démocrates party
The opposition party Les Démocrates is going through a new turbulent patch. The official resignation of three vice-presidents was confirmed this Thursday, December 4, 2025, by the national… -
Burkina Faso: the junta reinstates the death penalty in the penal code
Burkina Faso is preparing to reinstate the death penalty in its penal code. The decision, announced Thursday, December 4 at the end of the Council of Ministers, comes… -
Nigeria – DRC: Florent Ibenge responds to accusations of voodoo
The former DR Congo coach, Florent Ibengue, calls Éric Chelle’s remarks « absurd », after Chelle accused the Leopards of resorting to voodoo magic during the playoff they… -
“Today, I’m broken,” Ariel Sheney breaks his silence about the death of his wife, Nadiya Sabeh
Ivorian actress Nadiya Sabeh, wife of singer Ariel Sheney, died on Wednesday, December 3, 2025. The singer broke his silence on Friday, December 5, 2025. There has been… -
“Nigeria gave them a lesson”, Benni McCarthy hails the Super Eagles after their display against Benin
Former Bafana Bafana striker Benni McCarthy praised Nigeria for their crushing victory over Benin. A decisive win that allowed South Africa to secure its ticket for the 2026… -
AFCON 2025: Benin back on the African stage
Benin returns to AFCON 2025 with ambition: Steve Mounié as leader, a strong group and genuine chances to cause an upset. Full analysis. In Cotonou, in cafés as… -
CAFS | UFOA-B 2025 Qualifiers: the School Cheetahs on top of West Africa
The Benin School Cheetahs beat Niger this Thursday in the final of UFOA-B 2025. The victory gives the Benin team their third title in four appearances and qualifies… -
Nigeria: captain Troost-Ekong retires from international duty, a few weeks before AFCON 2025
A few weeks before AFCON 2025, William Troost-Ekong announced his international retirement, praising a Nigerian jersey he calls “the greatest privilege” of his career. The captain of the…