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Jeffrey Epstein's Connections with West African Elites Uncovered Newly released records from U.S. authorities have shed light on the extensive ties that convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein forged with influential figures in West Africa. Noteworthy among these connections are Karim Wade, the son of former Senegalese President Abdoulaye Wade, and Nina Keita, the niece of Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara. According to the documents, Epstein and Karim Wade first crossed paths in 2010, quickly building a rapport.…

Tweah Accuses Vice President Koung of Conspiracy During Corruption Trial Former Finance Minister Samuel Tweah has accused Vice President Jeremiah Koung of orchestrating a plot to imprison him, alleging that such a move would clear a path for Koung’s own presidential ambitions. These serious accusations emerged as Tweah's corruption trial resumed, where he and several former officials face allegations regarding the misappropriation of $6.2 million funds. The funds at the heart of the case were reportedly designated for…

Protests Erupt in Kaduna Over El-Rufai's Continued Detention Protests erupted in various parts of Kaduna State in response to the ongoing detention of former Governor Nasir El-Rufai. The demonstrations, primarily led by youth groups, were fueled by concerns that El-Rufai's prolonged detention—despite pending court proceedings—undermines both due process and legal fairness. Participants voiced their frustrations and called for El-Rufai's immediate release, arguing that his treatment reflects a troubling trend of…

Attack on Peter Obi's Motorcade Raises Security Concerns in Edo State The motorcade of former presidential candidate Peter Obi was attacked by unknown gunmen in Edo State, escalating concerns regarding political violence as the country approaches crucial elections. According to a statement released by his media team, the incident occurred while Obi was en route to a meeting with the former chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). "We unequivocally confirm the attack and assure all supporters worldwide that…

Nigeria Denies Ransom Payments to Boko Haram for School Abductions The Nigerian government has categorically rejected claims that it paid a significant ransom to the Islamist group Boko Haram in connection to the abduction of more than 200 pupils and staff from St. Mary's School in Papiri in November 2024. Information Minister Mohammed Idris described the allegations, which emerged from a report by AFP citing unnamed intelligence sources, as "false and baseless reporting," asserting that such claims undermine the…

Political Tensions Rise Over Proposed Criminal Procedure Law in Liberia The political landscape in Liberia is experiencing turbulent shifts as the Secretary General of the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC), Jefferson Koijee, has publicly denounced the proposed amendment to the country's criminal procedure law. Koijee asserts that the changes are a strategic maneuver aimed at targeting former President George Weah. Koijee's concerns revolve around the perceived increase in discretionary powers granted to prosecutors,…

U.S. House Committees Urge Action on Religious Persecution in Nigeria U.S. House committees investigating the alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria have formally submitted their findings to President Donald Trump. The report proposes a roadmap for curbing religious violence, enforcing accountability, and bolstering security cooperation between Washington and Abuja. The inquiry was ignited by Trump's decision to redesignate Nigeria as a "Country of Particular Concern" (CPC) due to reports of rampant religious…

France Returns Djidji Ayokwe Drum to Côte d'Ivoire: A Step Toward Reconciliation In a significant move toward addressing historical injustices, France has officially returned the Djidji Ayokwe "talking drum" to Côte d'Ivoire. This drum, looted during a colonial military campaign in 1916, symbolizes not only the cultural heritage of the Ebrie tribe but also the broader reconciliation process between France and its former colonies. The three-meter-long drum served as a crucial means of communication for the Ebrie people,…

Tinubu Signs Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2026, Sparking Mixed Reactions In a significant move to reform Nigeria's electoral framework, President Bola Tinubu has signed the Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2026 into law. During the announcement, he emphasized that the primary goal of the amendments is to enhance the integrity of electoral processes, asserting that the revisions are not tailored to benefit specific political interests. "Lessons from past elections have guided our efforts to close procedural gaps and build…

Tragedy Strikes in Plateau State: Carbon Monoxide Leak Claims Lives of Miners At least 33 miners have been reported dead in Plateau State following a suspected carbon monoxide leak at a lead and zinc mine operated by Solid Unity Nigeria Ltd. The incident has raised serious questions about safety protocols within Nigeria's mining industry. The toxic gas is believed to have accumulated in poorly ventilated tunnels, leading to a catastrophic collapse of workers who were near the end of their night shift. More than 20…