April 29
Nigeria: Again, Gunmen Abduct 18 Bayelsa-Bound Passengers in Ughelli North
Vanguard
No fewer than eighteen persons travelling from Warri to Bayelsa state in a private company bus have been abducted by gunmen suspected to be Fulani herdsmen between Evwreni and Ogor… Read more »
Kenya: 12 People Killed in IED Explosion in Elwak Town, Mandera
Capital FM
At least 12 people were killed Monday following an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in Elwak Town, Mandera. Read more »
Nigeria: Many Killed As Suspected Herders Invade Enugu Community
Premium Times
The police have confirmed the attack, but said they would provide details later. Read more »
April 28
Nigeria: Oborevwori Brings Succour to Suffering Okuama People
Vanguard
On March 14, 2024, the once peaceful community of Okuama, a village of Ewu-Urhobo Kingdom in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State, was thrown into turmoil as the news… Read more »
Nigeria: Exclusive - Inside Nigeria's Legal Battle With Us Over $8.6 Million Arms Fund
Premium Times
"I am very disturbed by the fact that you are now claiming ignorance of the fact that the funds belong to Nigeria," reads a letter by Nigeria's lawyer to his US counterpart. Read more »
Nigeria: Katsina Govt, Locals Mourn Slain Military Commander
Daily Trust
The Katsina State Government and residents of the state are mourning a military commander, Major Mohammed, who was killed on Thursday by gunmen suspected to be bandits. Read more »
Nigeria: I Was Close to General Murtala - He Died Poor - Ambassador Aminu Wali [interview]
Daily Trust
Ambassador Aminu Bashir Wali, 83, has left footprints in business, politics and diplomacy. He served in many positions such as Permanent Representative of Nigeria in the United… Read more »
April 27
Sierra Leone: Fugitive Linked to Failed Coup Fatally Shot
Concord
Police announced that Captain John Conteh, a wanted suspect in the failed November 26, 2023 coup, was shot and killed by law enforcement officers after attempting to evade capture… Read more »
Somalia: American Official Confirms to Shabelle TV That the US Stopped Food Rations to Danab Forces
Shabelle
The US has suspended the food rations provided to the Danab forces in Somalia due to the diversion of these rations and fuel intended for them, a senior US Embassy official… Read more »
Kenya: Public Prosecutor Summons Ex-Navy Officers for Rehearing of Desertion Case
Capital FM
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has issued a notice to former Kenya Navy Officers convicted by a Court Martial for Desertion of Duty, urging them to submit… Read more »
April 26
Burkina Faso: Burkina Faso Suspends VOA, BBC/Africa Broadcasts
VOA
Burkina Faso has temporarily suspended the programs of Voice of America and BBC/Africa following the broadcast of news stories about a Human Rights Watch report accusing the… Read more »
Niger: Niger's Military Coup Triggers Child Marriages, Sex Work in Neighboring Countries
IPS
A group of young girls aged between 15 and 17 sit tight, following attentively a lesson being taught by a Mualim (Islamic teacher) in a makeshift madrassah (Qur'anic school)… Read more »
Somalia: Somali Defense Ministry Investigates Diversion of Rations for Elite Danab Forces
Shabelle
In a significant development, the Somali Defence Ministry has confirmed the diversion of rations intended for the elite US-trained Danab forces, a unit within the Somali National… Read more »
Kenya: KDF Soldier Muriithi Who Perished in Chopper Crash Laid to Rest
Capital FM
Flight Technical Senior Sergeant John Muriithi was today laid to rest at his farm in Kirimunge , Kirinyaga Central. Read more »
April 25
Burkina Faso: Army Accused of Executing Civilians, Babies
DW
Soldiers in Burkina Faso killed 223 people, including children, in two villages, Human Rights Watch has said. The rights group said it was among the worst crimes committed by the… Read more »
Burkina Faso: Army Massacred Over 200 Civilians in Village Raid - Rights Group
RFI
Military forces in Burkina Faso killed 223 civilians, including babies and many children, in attacks on two villages accused of cooperating with militants, Human Rights Watch said… Read more »
Mozambique: African Troops Will Remain in Cabo Delgado
AIM
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has extended to the end of this year the operation of the South African armed forces (SANDF), in the fight against islamist terrorism in the… Read more »
Chad: State Department Speaks on U.S. Soldiers Leaving Chad [press conference]
State Department
Department Press BriefingVedant Patel, Principal Deputy SpokespersonWashington, D.C.April 25, 2024 Read more »
Kenya: KDF Plane Crash Victim to Be Buried Next Friday
Capital FM
The late sergeant Cliphonce Omondi who died in a helicopter crash that also claimed the life of chief of defence forces, General Francis Ogolla will be buried on 3rd may this year… Read more »
April 24
Somalia: High-Level Meeting Between Somali and U.S. Defence Officials Takes Place in Nairobi
Shabelle
In a significant development for regional security and cooperation, a high-level meeting was recently held in Nairobi between officials from the Federal Government of Somalia's… Read more »
Uganda: Gen Muhoozi Addresses Troop Promotions, Military Strategy
Nile Post
In a momentous ceremony held at the main military base in Mbuya on Tuesday, the Chief of the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, presided over the… Read more »
Africa: The Legacy of Portugal's Carnation Revolution in Africa
DW
On April 25, 1974, the Carnation Revolution marked a turning point for Portugal and its colonies in Africa. Fifty years later, links between the Lusophone countries are stronger… Read more »
Sudan: Sudanese Armed Forces - 'Two Drones Shot Down Over River Nile State'
Dabanga
The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) claim to have shot down drones over Shendi in River Nile state on Tuesday. Widely circulated videos show the drones flying above Shendi, while… Read more »
April 23
Somalia: Historic Arrival of Turkish Warship in Mogadishu Marks New Era in Bilateral Relations
Shabelle
In a significant display of military cooperation and partnership, the first Turkish warship has docked at the port of Mogadishu, Somalia. This momentous occasion coincides with a… Read more »
Kenya: Friday Memorial Service for Late CDF Ogolla Postponed Indefinitely
Capital FM
The memorial service for the late General Francis Ogolla that set for Friday has been postponed indefinitely the Kenya Defence Forces has announced. Read more »