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  1. Federal Government Denies Allegations of Supporting Terrorism in Niger Republic

    Nigeria Federal Government Denies Allegations of Supporting Terrorism in Niger Republic

    The Nigerian government has rejected the Niger Republic's allegations of collusion with France to destabilize Niger. The claims, including the establishment of a terrorist base in Sokoto State, were described as unfounded. Nigeria reaffirms its commitment to peace, regional cooperation, and...
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    Metro ECOWAS gives Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger six months to reconsider withdrawal - Premium Times

    https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/headlines/761586-ecowas-gives-burkina-faso-mali-niger-six-months-to-reconsider-withdrawal.html
  3. ECOWAS Grants Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger 6-Month Grace Period to Rejoin

    Africa ECOWAS Grants Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger 6-Month Grace Period to Rejoin

    ECOWAS grants Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger a six-month grace period, from January 2025 to July 2025, to reconsider their withdrawal from the regional bloc. The decision includes continued mediation by Presidents of Togo and Senegal. ECOWAS aims to resolve political and economic relations during...
  4. Tinubu Calls on African Leaders to Emulate Ghana’s Electoral Success

    Nigeria Tinubu Calls on African Leaders to Emulate Ghana’s Electoral Success

    President Bola Tinubu has urged West African leaders to emulate Ghana's peaceful elections, praising the country's democratic maturity and unity. He highlighted the importance of national unity for political stability and regional integration, while also commending Ghana's leadership and...
  5. German President Meets Tinubu to Address ECOWAS Challenges in Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso

    Nigeria German President Meets Tinubu to Address ECOWAS Challenges in Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso

    President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as ECOWAS Chair, discussed the reintegration of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier. Tinubu emphasized diplomacy and citizens’ welfare while condemning unconstitutional governments. Both leaders stressed collaboration for...
  6. ECOWAS Faces Potential Collapse as Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger Form Breakaway Union

    Africa ECOWAS Faces Potential Collapse as Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger Form Breakaway Union

    ECOWAS warns of disintegration and heightened insecurity following Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger's formation of a breakaway confederation. ECOWAS President Omar Alieu Touray stresses the need for urgent measures and appoints Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye to mediate the crisis amid...
  7. ECOWAS Considers Suspending Funding Amid Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger Withdrawal

    Africa ECOWAS Considers Suspending Funding Amid Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger Withdrawal

    ECOWAS may suspend project funding in Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger due to their withdrawal from the bloc, impacting regional economic and financial cooperation. The move highlights ongoing challenges and the need for stability in West Africa. The Economic Community of West African States...
  8. Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso Exit ECOWAS, Join Sahel Alliance Amid Security Concerns

    Africa Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso Exit ECOWAS, Join Sahel Alliance Amid Security Concerns

    Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso have officially left ECOWAS, forming the Alliance of Sahel States. Citing inadequate support against jihadist violence, they seek new partnerships with Russia, Turkey, and Iran. This shift challenges regional dynamics and Western influence, raising concerns about...
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    Metro Nigeria To Receive Over 50% Of Global Water Fund – ECOWAS - Daily Trust

    https://dailytrust.com/nigeria-to-receive-over-50-of-global-water-fund-ecowas/
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    Business Nigeria’s trade surplus with ECOWAS rises 216% to N1.14trn - Vanguard News

    https://www.vanguardngr.com/2024/06/nigerias-trade-surplus-with-ecowas-rises-216-to-n1-14trn/
  11. Nigerians Laugh Off Senegalese President Faye's Praise for Tinubu's Experience Amid Hardships

    Nigeria Nigerians Laugh Off Senegalese President Faye's Praise for Tinubu's Experience Amid Hardships

    President Bassirou Faye of Senegal endorsed Bola Tinubu's credentials, stating he could rely on the Nigerian president's "wisdom and experience" to bolster ECOWAS integration and confront issues like human trafficking In a diplomatic boost for Nigeria's newly elected president, Senegalese leader...
  12. Nigerians Applaud Senegalese President's Transparency, Urge Leaders to Follow Suit as He Publicly Declares Assets

    Africa Nigerians Applaud Senegalese President's Transparency, Urge Leaders to Follow Suit as He Publicly Declares Assets

    Inaugurated as the youngest democratically elected President in West Africa, Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal garners praise for publicly disclosing his assets, a move championed by civil society organizations like CHRICED. Faye's transparent declaration, including property, vehicles, and bank...
  13. Nigeria's President Tinubu Heads to Dakar for President-elect Faye's Inauguration

    Nigeria Nigeria's President Tinubu Heads to Dakar for President-elect Faye's Inauguration

    President Bola Tinubu is set to depart Abuja for Dakar, Senegal, to attend the inauguration of Senegal’s President-elect, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, as announced by his spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale. Tinubu, the Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Authority of Heads of...
  14. Niger Crisis: President Tinubu Took Advice from Misguided Lagos Boys, Resulting in Embarrassing Climbdown - Former Rep. Bugaje

    Nigeria Niger Crisis: President Tinubu Took Advice from Misguided Lagos Boys, Resulting in Embarrassing Climbdown - Former Rep. Bugaje

    Dr. Usman Bugaje, former Member of the House of Representatives, has alleged that President Bola Tinubu's loyalists, dubbed the 'Lagos Boys,' played a pivotal role in misguided decisions following the post-Niger coup crisis. Bugaje, who represented Katsina state, accused the Lagos Boys of...
  15. Nigeria Resumes Energy Supply to Niger Amid ECOWAS Policy Shift

    Nigeria Nigeria Resumes Energy Supply to Niger Amid ECOWAS Policy Shift

    Nigeria has agreed to reinstate electricity supply to Niger Republic following the lifting of sanctions by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). The decision to restore power comes in the wake of an extraordinary summit held in Abuja, where ECOWAS resolved to lift sanctions...
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    Politics ECOWAS Lifts Some Sanctions On Niger, Mali, Guinea - Information Nigeria

    https://www.informationng.com/2024/02/ecowas-lifts-some-sanctions-on-niger-mali-guinea.html
  17. Crisis Deepens: Guinea's Military Junta Imposes Freeze on Bank Accounts in Wake of Government Dissolution

    Nigeria Crisis Deepens: Guinea's Military Junta Imposes Freeze on Bank Accounts in Wake of Government Dissolution

    Guinea's military junta, which seized power through a coup in September 2021, has officially dissolved the government. The announcement, delivered via a presidential decree read on state TV by Brig Gen Amara Camara, the presidency's Secretary General, provided no insights into the rationale...
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    World We won’t rejoin ECOWAS – Niger coup leader - Daily Post

    https://dailypost.ng/2024/02/14/we-wont-rejoin-ecowas-niger-coup-leader/
  19. Niger Coup Leaders Justify Swift Exit from ECOWAS, Pledge Not to Rejoin

    Nigeria Niger Coup Leaders Justify Swift Exit from ECOWAS, Pledge Not to Rejoin

    General Abdourahamane Tchiani, head of the military junta in Niger Republic, has declared that none of the Sahel countries, including Niger, will rejoin the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). Speaking to RTN news channel in Niamey, General Tchiani reaffirmed the decision made by...
  20. Diplomatic Tensions Rise as Niger Republic Cautions Nigeria Against ECOWAS Exit Fallout

    Nigeria Diplomatic Tensions Rise as Niger Republic Cautions Nigeria Against ECOWAS Exit Fallout

    Niger Republic voices concerns over the potential strain on historic ties with Nigeria following the joint decision, along with Mali and Burkina Faso, to exit the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). The countries criticize ECOWAS for imposing sanctions and cite regional...
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