Category: Africa

Ex-British MP’s 2017 Claim of Buhari’s Death Resurfaces Amid Former Nigerian President’s Passing

14Jul

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News, Nigeria

Ex-British MP’s 2017 Claim of Buhari’s Death Resurfaces Amid Former Nigerian President’s Passing

LAGOS, Nigeria — The official announcement of the death of former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the age of 82 in a London hospital has reignited discussions about claims made in 2017 by former British Member of Parliament Eric Joyce. In posts on X dated May 19, 2017, Joyce asserted that Buhari, then Nigeria’s sitting president, had died in London, a claim that was widely dismissed at the time as Buhari continued his presidency until 2023. The recent confirmation of Buhari’s death has prompted renewed scrutiny of Joyce’s earlier statements, with a lot of Nigerians pointing to them as evidence of a long-standing cover-up. On May 19, 2017, at 2:08 PM WAT, Joyce posted on X: “Very sad to learn hear of the death of President Buhari, whom I campaigned for. T...

Nigeria’s Former President Muhammadu Buhari is Dead

13Jul

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Nigeria’s Former President Muhammadu Buhari is Dead

LAGOS, Nigeria – July 13, 2025 – Nigeria's former President Muhammadu Buhari, passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the age of 82 in a London hospital. The announcement was confirmed by his press secretary and Nigeria’s current President, Bola Tinubu, who expressed profound sorrow over the loss of a towering figure in the nation’s history. Buhari, a retired major general, served as Nigeria’s military Head of State from 1983 to 1985 after a coup that ousted President Shehu Shagari. Decades later, he made history as the first opposition candidate to unseat an incumbent president through democratic elections, serving as Nigeria’s democratically elected president from May 29, 2015, to May 29, 2023. See Also: Shettima Attributes Economic Calamity to Buhari, Calls it “Death Sentence” Cr...

8Jul

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Education, Employment, News, Nigeria

ASUU Commences Nationwide Strike Over Unpaid June 2025 Salaries

Abuja, Nigeria – July 8, 2025 – The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has officially launched a nationwide strike, halting academic activities across Nigeria’s federal universities due to the non-payment of June 2025 salaries. The strike, which began on Monday, July 7, follows a resolution by ASUU’s National Executive Council (NEC) enforcing its “No Pay, No Work” policy, mandating service withdrawal if salaries are delayed beyond three days into a new month. ASUU President, Professor Chris Piwuna, confirmed the action in Abuja, describing the salary delays as “deliberate and unacceptable” and attributing them to inefficiencies at the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation. Despite engagements with the Minister of Education and other officials, no resolution has bee...

Africa News Roundup: June 29 to July 6, 2025

7Jul

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Africa

Africa News Roundup: June 29 to July 6, 2025

This is a round up of major occurrences around Africa in the week ending on the 6th of July 2025. Political Developments Nigeria: Opposition Coalition Gains Momentum The African Democratic Congress (ADC) accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of “calculated incompetence,” claiming that recent government reforms, such as plans to address food security and export bottlenecks, were spurred by political pressure from the ADC-led opposition coalition. The coalition’s successful unveiling last week reportedly prompted the government to prioritize food availability for Nigerians, a move the ADC argues would not have occurred without their influence. This highlights growing political tensions as opposition forces, including defections from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to t...

7Jul

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Elections, News, Nigeria, Press Statement

ADC’s Rise Exposes Tinubu’s Panic

Sudden Reform Drive Rooted in Fear, Not Leadership The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticized President Bola Tinubu’s administration for what it calls “deliberate incompetence,” claiming that the government’s recent reform efforts stem not from genuine concern or policy vision, but from political anxiety triggered by the ADC’s rising influence and credibility. Responding to a statement by Mr. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Information and Strategy, about plans to address food security and export barriers, the ADC, via its Spokesperson and Interim National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, questioned why it took the formation of a new opposition coalition to prompt action. Abdullahi argued that without the pressure from the coalition’s success...

25Jun

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Human Rights, Lagos News, Law Enforcement, News, Nigeria, Safety

Obi’s Property Demolished In Lagos

A property belonging to Ndibe Obi, younger brother to Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, was demolished in Lagos, Nigeria on the 23rd of June 2025. On Monday, June 23, 2025, Ndibe Obi contacted his brother Peter Obi, reporting that a group of unidentified individuals, accompanied by security personnel, had invaded his company’s property in Ikeja and begun demolishing the building. According to Peter Obi’s statement on his verified X account, the property, owned by Next Foods Ltd where Ndibe Obi is the majority shareholder, had stood for over 15 years, with ownership formalized in 2011 and the Governor’s consent granted in 2013. Obi claimed the demolition started over the weekend and continued into Monday, catching his brother, who had just returned from Port Harcou...

Africa News Weekly Roundup, June 16-22, 2025

23Jun

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Africa News Weekly Roundup, June 16-22, 2025

This is a roundup of major happenings around Africa between Monday the 16th of June and Sunday the 22nd of June 2025. Kenya: Gold Mine Collapse, Protests Over Custody Death, and Infrastructure Initiatives In West Pokot, Kenya, a tragic gold mine collapse on June 17 resulted in one confirmed death, with local authorities launching an immediate investigation into the safety conditions of artisanal mining operations in the region. The incident underscored the persistent dangers faced by workers in unregulated mining sites, prompting calls for stricter oversight. In Nairobi, public unrest intensified following the death of 31-year-old blogger and teacher Albert Ojwang in police custody on June 15. Protests erupted across the capital on June 18, with demonstrators accusing security for...

26May

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Africa News Roundup: 19–26, 2025

The past week in Africa was marked by significant political, economic, and social developments across various regions. From high-profile diplomatic tensions to judicial rulings and economic advancements, the continent saw a range of stories shaping its trajectory. Below is an updated and detailed news roundup, organized by region, based on available information and insights from recent sources. The stories are presented under regional headings for clarity, with supporting links integrated where relevant. Southern Africa Trump’s Oval Office Clash with South African President Over “White Genocide” Claims A contentious White House meeting on May 21, 2025, between U.S. President Donald Trump and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa dominated headlines. Intended to discuss trade...

19May

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Africa, Burkina Faso, Libya, Mali, Morocco, Somalia, South Africa, Sudan, Togo

Africa News Roundup: May 12–19, 2025

The past week has seen Africa grapple with a range of significant events, from diplomatic controversies and violent conflicts to cultural milestones and health crises. South Africa’s tensions with the United States, Burkina Faso’s security challenges, and Libya’s political unrest have dominated headlines, while cultural achievements in Nigeria and South Africa highlight the continent’s global influence. Below is a detailed roundup of the major news stories, organized by country, with regional groupings where relevant. Southern Africa South Africa: Refugee Controversy and Diplomatic Strain South Africa has been at the center of a diplomatic firestorm with the United States following President Donald Trump’s decision to grant refugee status to white Afrikaners. On May 12, 59 Afrikan...

Burkina Faso’s Ibrahim Traoré: An Emerging Pan-African Icon

13May

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African Development, Burkina Faso, News

Burkina Faso’s Ibrahim Traoré: An Emerging Pan-African Icon

Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso – May 13, 2025 Captain Ibrahim Traoré, Burkina Faso’s 37-year-old military leader, is capturing global attention as a self-styled pan-Africanist, drawing both fervent admiration and sharp criticism as he steers the West African nation through a transformative yet turbulent period. A BBC report published on May 12, 2025, highlights Traoré’s growing international appeal, particularly among African youth, for his bold anti-imperialist stance and economic reforms, even as his regime faces accusations of authoritarianism and struggles with a persistent jihadist insurgency. Traoré, who seized power in a 2022 coup, has positioned himself as a modern-day Thomas Sankara, the revolutionary Burkinabè leader assassinated in 1987. His rhetoric, railing against Western im...