U.S. 'Reviews' Security Operations Ahead of Chad's Presidential Poll
The Herald
Chad has reportedly asked American troops to stop activities at an air base near the capital of N'Djamena. Read more »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
SADC Solider Deaths Underline Concerns Over Mission
DW
The deaths of Tanzanian soldiers raise questions about the ability of the Southern African Development Community's (SADC) mission to defeat M23 rebels in the Democratic Republic of… Read more »
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 »