Senegal prime minister transition: Sonko hands over to Lo amid reform continuity
The Senegalese Prime Minister’s office has witnessed a significant change in leadership. Ousmane Sonko, the outgoing head of government, formally transferred his duties to Ahmadou Aminou Lo during a handover ceremony held in Dakar. The event, closely monitored by political figures and business leaders, was framed as a transition rooted in republican continuity, aligning with […]
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Niger strengthens military capabilities with us defense aid in Niamey
On May 26, 2026, Niger’s Forces armées nigériennes (FAN) logistics center in Niamey marked a significant milestone in the nation’s security strategy. Nine large shipping containers, packed with advanced military equipment donated by the United States, arrived at the facility. This shipment represents more than just logistical support—it signals a strategic shift in Niamey’s approach […]
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Ouagadougou’s grand sunni mosque sealed off by Burkina Faso authorities
The Grand Sunni Mosque in Ouagadougou, a prominent Muslim place of worship within the Burkinabè capital, has been cordoned off by police since Thursday, May 29. The transitional authorities, led by Captain Ibrahim Traoré, have ordered its indefinite closure, justifying the action by citing potential risks to public order. The area surrounding the building remains […]
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Terror’s grip on Dioundou: Niger villages ravaged by suspected ISSP Lakurawa
The Dosso region has once again been gripped by fear. Within a span of just four days, the villages of Libo I and Libo II, situated in the Dioundou department, endured a series of exceptionally violent assaults. Local accounts confirm that an initial attack on the night of Monday, May 25, 2026, claimed the lives […]
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Bamako braces for heightened security amid rising threats this weekend
Strategic security advisories from foreign missions rarely emerge without cause, and the latest alert from the United States embassy in Mali is no exception. Issued ahead of the upcoming 30 May 2026 weekend, the advisory strongly urges American citizens in Bamako to curtail all non-essential travel across the capital city. The directive, framed in formal […]
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Bénin makes history: captain elvire toupé appointed presidential aide-de-camp
President Romuald Wadagni of Bénin has made a landmark appointment, naming Captain Elvire Toupé as the presidential aide-de-camp. This historic decision marks a first in Bénin’s institutional history, placing a woman at the very heart of the nation’s close-protection security detail. Born on July 21, 1990, in Porto-Novo, Captain Elvire Toupé boasts a distinguished career […]
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Benin captain elvire toupe breaks military leadership barriers
The appointment of Captain Elvire Toupe as Aide-de-Camp (ADC) to the Head of State represents a landmark decision in Benin’s political and military history. It is the first time a woman has been entrusted with this pivotal role, underscoring a commitment to meritocracy and operational excellence. A trailblazer shaping the future of Beninese defense Born […]
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Niger scandal: Spain expels consul amid visa corruption probe
The Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs has quietly but firmly recalled its consul in Niamey following a crackdown on a lucrative Schengen visa trafficking ring operating within Niger’s corridors of power. The scandal, which spans multiple continents, exposes a deeply entrenched culture of corruption at the highest levels of the Nigerien transitional government, now under […]
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A female officer makes history as aide-de-camp to Bénin’s president
A groundbreaking moment has unfolded at the highest echelons of Bénin’s security apparatus. A seasoned officer from the Republican Guard, a captain, has become the first woman to assume the vital role of aide-de-camp to a head of state in contemporary Bénin, a historic achievement also extending across the West African region. Her notable presence […]
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Benin defense advisor: General Bertin Bada takes key security role
President Wadagni appoints General Bertin Bada as defense and security advisor The President of the Republic, Romuald Wadagni, has officially appointed Air Force General Bertin Bada as his new advisor for defense and security matters. The decision, formalized through Decree No. 2026-324, marks a strategic move to reinforce the nation’s security framework. This appointment follows […]
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Chad: reconciliation efforts between judiciary and security minister
Tchad Tchad : vers un apaisement entre magistrats et ministre de la Sécurité A high-level meeting in N’Djamena aimed to de-escalate tensions between Chad’s judiciary and the Minister of Public Security following misinterpreted remarks. Promises of apologies and clarifications were made to rebuild trust. Alwihda Info 29 mai 2026 — 1 min de lecture Partager […]
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Niger’s sovereign aspirations confront financial realities
In Niamey, the fervent pronouncements regarding «reclaimed sovereignty» and a decisive break from international financial bodies are now confronting stark economic realities. While the National Council for the Safeguard of the Homeland (CNSP), led by General Abdourahamane Tiani, persistently assures the Nigerien populace of complete autonomy and a brighter future, their actions starkly diverge from […]
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