By Ekpenyong Emmanuel The Economic Community of West African States (Ecowas) has formally accepted the withdrawal of Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso from the regional bloc, effective January 29, 2025. However, the organization has given the three countries a six-month transitional period, ending July 29, 2025, to reconsider their decision. …
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By Ekpenyong Emmanuel President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has emphasized the need for wisdom and diplomacy in addressing the situation in Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso. He made this statement during a state visit by German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier on Wednesday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. As the current Chairman of …
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By Ekpenyong Emmanuel President Bola Tinubu welcomed German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier to the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Wednesday for a high-level bilateral meeting focused on strengthening the partnership between Nigeria and Germany. The discussions centered on collaboration in energy and economic development, with both leaders expressing commitment to fostering …
Read More »By Ekpenyong Emmanuel The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, announced on Monday that the Nigerian Armed Forces are partnering with Niger Republic to dismantle the Lukarawa terror group operating in the North-West region. After meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Gen. …
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