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Scammers Target Unwary Investors in the Name of NNPC In an alarming development that underlines the importance of vigilance in today’s financial landscape, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has issued a public advisory regarding impersonators posing as representatives of the company. These deceptive individuals have been soliciting unwary investors for fees, purportedly to facilitate meetings with the company’s executives, management team, and board of directors. The statement, released on a recent…

UN Envoy: Somali Government Urged to Reconsider Strategy Against Al-Shabaab MOGADISHU, Somalia - In a land where conflict has become woven into the very fabric of society, the struggle against Al-Shabaab seems far from its end. According to a United Nations special envoy, the Somali National Army (SNA) and its allies might find themselves entrenched in a seemingly endless battle. Might it be time to reimagine the strategies we've held dear? Recently, the United States, a pivotal…

European Leaders Rally Against Russia: Insights from the Recent Summit On May 16, 2025, momentous discussions unfolded during the European Political Community Summit in Tirana, Albania. Leaders from several nations, including Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer, France's President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, found themselves in communication with United States President Donald Trump. The aim was clear: to join forces…

The Evolving Dynamics of Morocco and the Sahel Alliance The recent announcement made during a meeting with King Mohammed VI in Rabat marks a significant shift in regional dynamics, as reported by the Moroccan state news agency. The implications of this meeting may extend far beyond the realm of politics, spilling into the economic and social fabric of the Sahel region and its neighboring states. The three landlocked nations of the Sahel—Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso—find themselves in a unique and precarious situation.…

Mogadishu (AX) – In a dramatic turn of events within the Somali Parliament, a group of lawmakers has announced their intention to bring forth a motion aimed at ousting the Speaker of the House of the People, Sheikh Aden Mohamed Nur (Madoobe). This decision, made public during a press conference in Mogadishu, highlights a level of tension that has been brewing beneath the surface. Member of Parliament Saadaq Abdullahi stepped up to the microphone, his voice steady yet filled with significance. "We have over 100 lawmakers…

Strengthening Ties: Sisi's Visit to Djibouti On a significant Wednesday, Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah El Sisi embarked on a diplomatic journey to Djibouti. This visit was not merely a routine check-in; it represented a concerted effort to cultivate deeper political ties and foster mutual cooperation between Egypt and Djibouti amid the evolving dynamics of the Red Sea and the Horn of Africa. Upon his arrival, Sisi engaged in comprehensive discussions with his Djiboutian counterpart, Ismail Omar Guelleh. These…

Navigating the Current Landscape of Canadian Politics On April 17, during a lively debate in Montreal, the leaders of Canada’s major political parties— including Conservative Pierre Poilievre and Prime Minister Mark Carney of the Liberal Party— faced off in a format that felt as frenetic as a high-stakes game of chess. For Canadian voters, this campaign is fleeting. At only five weeks long, the pace is undeniably brisk. Yet, it’s the subtle ebb and flow of the campaign's tone that piques interest: it's largely remained…

The Power Dilemma: Niger’s Quest for Sustainable Energy Solutions Recently, a significant shift in energy dynamics has taken place in Niger, largely influenced by political tensions and external decisions. The Nigerian government’s choice to reduce power supply has sparked a wave of power shortages within the Niger Republic. The effects are rippling through various sectors, pushing individuals and businesses to explore alternative energy solutions in a bid to sustain their daily activities. How do communities adapt when the…

On a recent Sunday, US President Donald Trump made a bold declaration regarding terrorism and its presence in Somalia. He stressed that the United States would not stand idly by while “terrorists” attempted to blend in among innocent civilians in the Somali landscape. “We will support the Somali People,” he stated emphatically on social media. His call to action was directed at the Houthis, a group based in Yemen that has been targeting Israeli-affiliated vessels as part of their campaign of solidarity with Gaza, a region in…

COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AX) — A once peaceful street in Herning, Denmark has become the backdrop of a tragic event that has left the community in shock and longing for answers. On a chilly Monday evening, the tranquility of Gormsvej was shattered by a harrowing incident now gripping the attention of local authorities and residents alike. It was shortly after 9 p.m. when the distress call reached emergency services. The lifeless body of a 21-year-old Somali woman lay on the pavement, brutally wounded from multiple…