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Nigeria’s border closure sparks protests from ECOWAS countries

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Since August 20, 2019, Nigeria has closed its borders with some of its neighbouring West African countries. Borders in four geopolitical zones across the country, including South-South, South-West, North-Central and North-West have been closed. The government took the decision in an attempt to stop what it calls smuggling activities at it’s borders. Rice is one of the commodities mostly smuggled… Read More
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Ghana in line to host ECOWAS central bank

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Ghana is seeking to host the ECOWAS central bank which is expected to be set up in the coming months. The bank would be critical ahead of the introduction of the ECOWAS common currency the ‘Eco’ from January 2020. ECOWAS Commissioner in charge of Micro Economic Policy said Ghana is one of the leading countries in line to host the… Read More
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ECOWAS leaders pledge $1 bln to fight Islamist militants

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Leaders of West African nations on Saturday pledged $1 billion to combat the surge in Islamist militancy threats in the sub-region. The ECOWAS sub-region has become troubled region with militants constantly launching deadly attacks. Al Qaeda and Islamic State aligned groups have strengthened their foothold across West Africa and the Sahel region. This year a lot of ethnic violence and… Read More
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The case of Musa Saidykhan in Gambia, ruled for over 22 years by a Military ruler Yaya Jammeh

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President Yaya Jammeh has presided over the West African country of The Gambia for 22 years, since coming to power by military coup. His rule has been characterized by the imprisonment, torture, extrajudicial execution, and forced disappearances of citizens and journalists. Musa Saidykhan is one of these journalists. On 28 March 2008, Musa was arrested at The Independent newspaper during… Read More