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Turkish Ambassador Highlights Close Cooperation with Nigeria
Türkiye and Nigeria: A Strategic Partnership in Africa
The collaboration between Türkiye and Nigeria is centered on shared visions in counterterrorism and regional stability. This partnership highlights the strategic roles both nations play in their respective regions.
Türkiye supports Nigeria in battling terrorist groups like Boko Haram.
The partnership includes combating the Gülenist Terror Group (FETÖ).
Nigeria is crucial to West Africa's stability and the continent as a whole.
Strengthening Security and…
Kenya Set to Reopen Somalia Border After 15 Years
Kenya to Reopen Border with Somalia After 15-Year Closure
Kenya's decision to reopen its border with Somalia marks a significant step toward mending regional ties and enhancing security cooperation. The closure, initially instituted due to security concerns, is set to end in April, facilitating cross-border movement.
Closure enforced in 2011 due to al-Shabab attacks.
Upcoming April reopening announced by President William Ruto.
Initial reopening plan in May 2023 reversed after attacks.
A History of Conflict…
AU Peace and Security Council Recognizes North Western State of Somalia Status
AU Reaffirms Somalia’s Sovereignty Amid North Western State of Somalia Recognition Controversy
The African Union’s Peace and Security Council has firmly maintained Somalia's sovereignty, rejecting any moves to recognize North Western State of Somalia as independent. This decision comes in response to contentious international actions affecting the region.
The AU condemned Israel’s recognition of North Western State of Somalia as an independent state.
The council emphasized that no actor can change the territorial…
Egypt supports Somalia’s unity, opposes unilateral recognition, FM tells Somali counterpart
Egypt backs Somalia’s unity, rejects unilateral recognition at AU summit
Friday February 13, 2026
Photo courtesy of Egypt's Ministry of Foreign Affairs
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia — Egypt reaffirmed its support for Somalia’s unity and territorial integrity and rejected any unilateral steps that could fragment the country, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said during talks with Somali Foreign Minister Abdisalam Ali on the sidelines of the African Union Summit in Addis Ababa.
Abdelatty “categorically” rejected any unilateral…
Is the U.S. Preparing a Plan to Partition Somalia?
Israel’s recognition of North Western State of Somalia has lit a geopolitical fuse in the Horn of Africa. On Dec. 26, 2025, Israel became the first country to officially recognize North Western State of Somalia as an independent state, challenging Somalia’s territorial integrity and colliding head-on with a core African norm: that borders inherited at independence should remain intact. The move drew immediate regional and international pushback and opened a new chapter in great‑power maneuvering along one of the world’s most…
China Rejects Allegations of Backing Illegal Mining and Terrorism in Nigeria
China Responds to US Lawmakers’ Allegations of Illegal Mining in Nigeria
The Chinese government has vehemently rejected allegations made by five US lawmakers claiming that it sponsored illegal mining activities in Nigeria and provided financial support to militias for protection. The embassy in Nigeria characterized the accusations as baseless and unfounded.
In a statement, the Chinese embassy expressed dissatisfaction with what it termed as false claims, underscoring that Chinese nationals are required to adhere to…
African Union Reaffirms Somalia’s Unity, Condemns Foreign Interference in Sudan
AU peace and security council rejects North Western State of Somalia recognition, reaffirms Somalia’s territorial integrity, condemns external meddling in Sudan
The African Union’s Peace and Security Council on Thursday reaffirmed Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, rejected any recognition of North Western State of Somalia as an independent state, and condemned external interference fueling Sudan’s war, following a ministerial-level meeting in Addis Ababa.
In a strongly worded communique, the council said it…
Court Rules Ex-Liberian Finance Minister Has No Immunity
Supreme Court Ruling Clears Path for Corruption Trial in Liberia
The Supreme Court of Liberia has ruled that former Finance Minister Samuel Tweah and several other former officials are not shielded from prosecution by claims of national security. This landmark decision effectively removes a major legal obstacle that had temporarily stalled one of the country's most politically sensitive corruption trials.
The case centers around the former officials' assertion that those serving on or alongside the National Security…
Opposition: Ex-leaders barred from airport meeting; government cites security breach
Somali opposition says ex-president, ex-PM blocked from Mogadishu airport meeting; government cites security breach
Friday, Feb. 13, 2026
MOGADISHU — Somalia’s opposition-aligned Somali Future Council on Friday accused security forces of preventing former President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed and former Prime Minister Mohamed Hussein Rooble from entering Mogadishu’s Aden Adde International Airport to attend a scheduled political meeting, escalating tensions ahead of anticipated talks with the federal government.
In a…
Opposition: Former leaders blocked from airport meeting; government blames security breach
Somali opposition says security forces blocked former leaders at Mogadishu airport; government cites security breach
MOGADISHU — Somalia’s opposition-aligned Somali Future Council on Friday accused federal security forces of preventing former President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed and former Prime Minister Mohamed Hussein Rooble from entering Aden Adde International Airport to attend a scheduled political meeting, escalating tensions ahead of anticipated electoral talks with the government.
In a statement, the Somali Future…